E-Glass Open Weave Surfacing Tissue from Japan
E-glass fiber surfacing tissue featuring an open weave pattern, mechanically bonded for use in wind turbine blade production and corrosion-resistant laminates. Classified in HTS 7019.65.90.90 for other open woven glass fiber fabrics ≤30 cm wide, mechanically bonded. Ideal for surface veils in FRP applications.
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
• Document mechanical bonding method (needle punching/stitching) and exact weave openness to justify 7019 classification; ensure fiber content exceeds 60% silica if questioned as glass wool; watch for customs scrutiny on composite end-use declarations