Open Weave Glass Fiber Lighting Diffuser Fabric from Japan
Plain weave, uncolored fiberglass fabric for diffusing light in commercial fixtures, filaments ≤136 tex, weight <250 g/m², width >30 cm. Fits HTS 7019.66.40.96 precisely as a mechanically bonded open woven glass fiber product, not colored, used in translucent panels. Allows even light distribution while maintaining durability.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include spectral analysis proving no coloring agents; white pigments can disqualify 'not colored' status
• Specify end-use in documentation but avoid functional claims that might push to Chapter 94 (lighting fittings)
• Check for openness factor >30% to confirm 'open woven' vs. tight weaves in other subheadings