11-Micron Diameter RFL Impregnated Tire Cord Webbing from Japan
Specialized tire cord fabric woven from 11-micron continuous fiberglass filaments that are electrically nonconductive, treated with resorcinol formaldehyde latex for adhesion in polymer composites, width under 30 cm. HTS 7019.61.05.00 applies precisely to this configuration of mechanically bonded closed woven rovings for tire reinforcement. The RFL impregnation ensures classification apart from untreated glass yarns.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit technical data sheets proving 9-11 micron range and RFL treatment; test for electrical nonconductivity if challenged
• Avoid pitfall of declaring as general fiberglass without tire cord specifics, risking higher duties elsewhere
• Use FDA-equivalent specs if for vehicle tires in regulated markets