Silica Textile for Thermal Protection Systems from China
Woven fabric from silica filaments exceeding 93% silica, engineered for spacecraft re-entry thermal shields and protection systems. HTS 7019.72.40.30 applies to this uncolored, chemically bonded closed fabric due to its high silica purity and heat-resistant properties. Used in demanding aerospace environments.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44.8%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide NASA or aerospace certification linking to silica content for duty preference claims; segregate from bulk glass fibers in shipments
• Avoid declaring as 'mat' which could trigger 7019.31 classification