Colored Basalt-Impregnated Glass Hybrid Roving Fabric from Japan
Mechanically bonded closed woven fabric combining colored glass and basalt fiber rovings for fire-resistant applications. Falls in HTS 7019.61.90 as other colored glass fiber fabrics per Chapter 70 inclusive definition. Hybrid provides enhanced thermal properties.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Prove predominant glass content (fused silica compliant) dominates over basalt for Chapter 70 retention
• Mechanical bonding certification prevents shift to mineral wool categories under Chapter 68
• Test for glass wool specs per 7019 notes if fibrous structure approaches wool definition