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Glass Fiber Shim Stock Fabric

Thin plain weave glass fabric ≤185 g/m², ≤30 cm wide used as shim stock for machinery alignment and vibration damping. HTS 7019.63.1510 covers this mechanically bonded, closed woven product. Precision narrow width suits automated shimming applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6%+37.5%43.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6%+10.0%16%
🇨🇦Canada6%+10.0%16%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7019Same rate: 43.5%

If for other mechanically bonded non-woven fabrics

If bonding prevents 'closed woven' determination, shifts to non-woven 7019.59.

6815.99Lower: 12.5% vs 43.5%

If containing >50% non-glass fibers

Articles of carbon fibers or mixtures classify under 6815, not pure glass.

7019.90Lower: 16.8% vs 43.5%

If cut to specific shapes or patterns

Fabric cut to length/width becomes 'other articles' of glass fibers in 7019.90.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide evidence of plain weave and mechanical bonding via microscopy photos if challenged

• Label rolls with exact metrics (width, weight/m²) for quick customs clearance