Chemically Bonded Glass Fiber Filter Fabric from China
A narrow chemically bonded nonwoven fabric made from glass fibers, measuring under 30 cm in width, used primarily in air and liquid filtration systems. It falls under HTS 7019.72.15.00 as a closed chemically bonded glass fiber fabric not exceeding 30 cm wide, distinct from woven or open fabrics. This classification applies to its mat-like structure formed by chemical binders rather than weaving.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Verify fabric width documentation to confirm ≤30 cm; test for chemical bonding vs. mechanical to avoid misclassification; ensure supplier provides fiber composition certificates compliant with Chapter 70 notes