Glass Fiber Chopped Strand Closed Mat from Japan
A non-woven mat of colorless chopped glass strands chemically bonded into a closed fabric structure for moldable composite parts. Classified under HTS 7019.72.40.60 as other non-colored closed chemically bonded glass fiber fabrics. Primarily used in automotive and marine molding 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
• Provide evidence of closed vs. open mat structure via microscopy; distinguish from emulsion-bound mats
• Include end-use statements for composite reinforcement
• Avoid bulk packaging confusion with loose fibers