New

Ask Wove anything about tariffs.

Try Tariff Assistant

Glass Fiber Woven Battery Separator Fabric

Thin open woven glass fabric (28cm wide, 175g/m²) mechanically bonded for use as separators in lithium-ion batteries, providing electrical insulation. Classified in HTS 7019.65.90.10 for narrow lightweight open woven glass fiber fabrics.

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 width >30cm for larger battery formats

Battery production scales determine fabric width classification.

7019.90Lower: 16.8% vs 43.5%

If pre-impregnated with resins for battery assembly

Resin-impregnated glass fabrics become 'articles' under 7019.90.

8547.90.00Higher: 54.6% vs 43.5%

If imported as part of complete battery assembly

Finished battery components classified by electrical machinery function.

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

• Include battery manufacturer specifications confirming separator fabric use

• Document dielectric strength testing proving electrical insulation function

• Avoid paper-like appearance leading to Chapter 48 misclassification