10.5-Micron Electrically Nonconductive RFL Cord from China
Specialty fiberglass reinforcing cord with 10.5-micron continuous filaments, RFL-treated for rubber compounding adhesion in V-belts and transmission belts. Ensures low stretch and high modulus performance. Falls squarely within HTS 7019.19.70.00 parameters.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Conduct dielectric strength testing to document nonconductivity claim required by subheading description
• Monitor for partial RFL penetration issues that could trigger classification as partially treated yarn