AR-Glass Chopped Strand Mat
Alkali-resistant AR-glass chopped strand mat, mechanically bonded at 140 g/m² for concrete reinforcement in shotcrete applications. Fits HTS 7019.69.40.10 as uncolored nonwoven glass fiber fabric ≤185 g/m², per mechanical bonding and chapter definitions.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If of continuous filaments
Nonwovens from continuous vs. staple/chopped filaments have distinct provisions in 7019.69.20.
If pre-mixed with cement additives for ready-use
Chemical preparations containing glass fibers classify as prepared binders in 3824, not pure fabrics.
If deemed needleloom felt of man-made staple fibers
Borderline textile classification if bonding mimics felt processes, shifting to Chapter 56.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Certify alkali resistance via composition docs (high zirconia) to support glass fiber status under Chapter 70
• Document as 'mechanically bonded mat' not 'reinforcement mesh' to avoid 7314 metal alternatives
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Uncolored E-Glass Nonwoven Fabric
This is a mechanically bonded nonwoven fabric made from E-glass fibers, weighing 120 grams per square meter, used in industrial filtration and reinforcement applications. It falls under HTS 7019.69.40.10 as it is an uncolored glass fiber fabric not exceeding 185 g/m², distinct from woven fabrics or colored variants. The mechanical bonding process binds the fibers without heat or chemicals, preserving the classification in heading 7019.
S-Glass Mechanical Bonded Mat
A lightweight S-glass fiber mat, mechanically needled at 150 g/m², applied in aerospace composites and marine reinforcements. Classified under HTS 7019.69.40.10 for its uncolored, nonwoven, mechanically bonded structure weighing ≤185 g/m². It remains in heading 7019 per chapter notes, even with article-like characteristics.
C-Glass Needle-Punched Nonwoven
Uncolored C-glass fiber nonwoven fabric needle-punched to 180 g/m², ideal for corrosion-resistant battery separators and roofing underlayment. HTS 7019.69.40.10 applies due to mechanical bonding, lack of color, and weight ≤185 g/m², excluding it from woven or colored categories.
Lightweight Glass Fiber Veil
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