Basalt-Impregnated Glass Fiber Bulk from Japan
Hybrid glass fibers blended with basalt in bulk form for fire-resistant composites. Still classified as glass fibers in bulk under HTS 7019.90.51.20 if predominant glass composition. Excludes worked processing like cutting to shape per chapter notes.
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
• Prove primary glass composition >50%; document blend ratios
• Ship uncompressed to maintain bulk status
• Test for reflecting layers that could invoke chapter note (c)