9-Micron RFL Treated Fiberglass Cord Fabric for Tires from Japan
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 — 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
• 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