Thermal Shield Silica Textile from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
17.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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