Silica-Based Fire Blanket Fabric from Mexico
High-silica (>93%) filament woven fabric for manufacturing fire blankets in industrial safety applications. HTS 7019.72.40.30 covers this uncolored, chemically bonded closed fabric due to its filament composition and purity. Provides superior fire resistance over standard glass fibers.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
17.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Test for flame resistance certification (ASTM standards) supporting silica claims; separate from apparel textiles
• Common error: classifying finished blankets under 6304 instead of component fabric