9-11 Micron Electrically Nonconductive RFL Tire Cord Weave from Japan
Specialty closed fabric woven from 9-11 micron nonconductive fiberglass rovings, impregnated with resorcinol formaldehyde latex for rubber adhesion in automotive tires. HTS 7019.62.70.00 applies due to filament specs, impregnation, coloration, and mechanical bonding for tire cord. Used in heavy-duty truck and passenger tire belts.
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 detailed weave specs (closed rovings) in commercial invoice to prevent shift to open fabrics
• RFL treatment must be explicitly documented; alternatives like silane may classify differently