High-Temperature Glass Fiber Roving for Lubrication Seals from Germany
This high-temperature resistant glass fiber roving is engineered for use as a lubricating material in high-friction industrial environments like pumps and valves. Classified under HTS 7019.12.00.40 as rovings specifically for industrial packing or lubricating, it provides thermal stability and low friction without becoming a finished article. Its unprocessed roving form before annealing keeps it in this heading per Chapter notes.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include manufacturer specs confirming lubricating material use and temperature ratings; obtain COO certificate proving non-China origin to leverage duty advantages; avoid bulk packaging that might imply retail sale, risking reclassification