High-Temp Silica Fabric for Kiln Seals from Japan
Woven from continuous filaments with silica content >93%, this colored chemically bonded fabric is specified under HTS 7019.72.90.30. It serves as durable seals for industrial kilns, resisting thermal shock and chemical exposure. The closed fabric structure prevents fiber shedding in high-heat environments.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit kiln end-use affidavits if requested; test for chemical bonding per Chapter notes; avoid misdeclaring as generic textile to prevent penalties