Thermal Blanket Fiberglass Core Fabric from Japan
Mechanically bonded non-woven glass fiber fabric exceeding 215 g/m², filaments 7-13 microns, core layer for removable industrial thermal blankets. Classified HTS 7019.69.40.21 as uncolored heavyweight glass fabric matching criteria. Protects equipment during maintenance.
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
• Declare as fabric only if sold flat; sewn blankets risk 7019.59 reclassification
• Temp resistance specs helpful but secondary to physical fiber measurements
• Avoid 'insulation article' language triggering Chapter 69 review