Colored Fiberglass Roofing Mat from Japan
A mechanically bonded non-woven fabric made from colored glass fibers, used as reinforcement in asphalt shingles and roofing membranes. It falls under HTS 7019.69.90 as 'other' colored mechanically bonded glass fiber fabrics, distinct from woven fabrics or yarns. The coloring enhances UV resistance and aesthetic integration in roofing 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
• Verify mechanical bonding process documentation to distinguish from chemically bonded mats under 7019.59
• Provide lab certification for fiber composition and coloring agents to avoid misclassification as uncolored
• Ensure invoicing specifies end-use as reinforcement to prevent shifts to textile headings