RFL Impregnated Fiberglass Tire Cord Fabric 10 Micron from Germany
This is a closed woven fabric made from continuous electrically nonconductive fiberglass filaments measuring 10 microns in diameter, specifically designed as tire cord and impregnated with resorcinol formaldehyde latex (RFL) treatment to enhance adhesion to rubber compounds. It falls under HTS 7019.61.05.00 due to its width not exceeding 30 cm, precise filament diameter range of 9-11 microns, and RFL impregnation for tire reinforcement applications. The mechanical bonding and tire-specific properties distinguish it from general glass fabrics.
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Import Tips
• Verify filament diameter (9-11 microns) and RFL impregnation via lab testing for classification compliance; provide mill test certificates documenting electrical nonconductivity and treatment composition
• Common pitfall: misclassifying wider fabrics (>30cm) which shift to other subheadings
• Ensure documentation proves tire cord end-use to avoid reclassification as general fabric