E-Glass Closed Woven Roving Fabric 450 gsm from Japan
A medium-weight closed woven fabric from E-glass rovings, uncolored, used primarily for hand lay-up in fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP) applications like automotive parts. Classified under HTS 7019.61.40.60 for its mechanical bonding and closed weave of uncolored rovings. Provides excellent wet-out properties with resins.
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
• Include supplier certification of E-glass composition (silica >60%) to support Chapter 70 classification
• Document areal weight and roving count to prevent confusion with lighter woven fabrics under 7019.59
• Check for sizing residues that might be mistaken for coloring; provide lab analysis if challenged