Thermal Shield Silica Textile from Japan
Plain weave silica filament textile (>93% silica) for thermal shielding in rocket engines. Falls under HTS 7019.63.40.30 as non-colored, non-laminated mechanically bonded fabric. Meets fused silica definition throughout schedule.
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
• Classify based on filament composition not end-use; maintain chain-of-custody for silica purity docs; common error is confusing with aramid fabrics in Chapter 54