9-Micron RFL Treated Fiberglass Cord Fabric for Tires from Germany
Narrow fiberglass tire cord fabric (width ≤30 cm) woven from 9-micron diameter continuous nonconductive filaments, specifically impregnated with resorcinol formaldehyde latex for optimal bonding in polymeric tire compounds. Meets exact criteria of HTS 7019.62.05.00 as a mechanically bonded closed fabric of rovings designed exclusively for tire reinforcement. Provides high tensile strength and fatigue resistance in passenger vehicle tires.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include technical data sheets proving 9-micron filament size and RFL content (> specific threshold) to support duty-free or preferential treatment eligibility
• Declare as 'tire cord fabric' explicitly; generic 'glass fabric' descriptions trigger broader Chapter 70 scrutiny