Fiberglass Plain Weave Prepreg for Wind Turbine Blades from Japan
Narrow 28 cm wide plain weave fiberglass fabric laminated with resin, at 170 g/m², mechanically bonded for structural reinforcement in wind energy blades. Fits HTS 7019.64.1510 as a lightweight, coated, closed woven glass fiber fabric under 30 cm width. Chapter notes confirm such processed glass fibers remain in heading 7019.
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 mill certificates proving yarn type (glass fibers) and bonding method to distinguish from synthetic textile fabrics
• Label rolls clearly with weight, width, and coating details; customs often rejects incomplete specs for composite materials