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Fiberglass Battery Separator Mat from Japan

Mechanically bonded non-woven fabric from uncolored glass rovings serving as separators in lead-acid batteries. Classified in HTS 7019.62.40.60 as other closed fabrics of rovings, not colored. It offers electrical insulation and electrolyte retention properties.

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 technical specs confirming roving construction and mechanical bonding, avoiding misclassification as yarn

• Certify no lead crystal content or metal coatings per Chapter 70 notes

• Check for battery set classification if imported assembled with electrodes