Fiberglass Plain Weave Reinforcement Mesh from Japan
Lightweight open weave fiberglass mesh used to reinforce plaster and stucco in construction, plain weave from uncolored filaments <136 tex, <250 g/m², >30 cm wide. HTS 7019.66.40.96 applies as it matches the mechanically bonded, non-colored open woven fabric criteria without additional processing like coating. Provides tensile strength in wall systems.
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 process (loom weaving) vs. chemical lay-up to stay in 7019; coated meshes often go to 7019.40 or Chapter 56
• Test for weight uniformity; variations can trigger reclassification if average exceeds 250 g/m²
• Avoid declaring as 'scrim' if sold in rolls >30 cm wide, as it fits woven fabric perfectly