Powder-Bonded Glass Chopped Strand from Japan
1/4-inch chopped E-glass strands with polyester powder binder for BMC/SMC compounding. HTS 7019.90.51.50 as other glass fiber articles with minimal binder. Provides flow control in sheet 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
• Binder content typically 1-2% - document precisely
• Loss on ignition test results recommended
• Chop length tolerance affects molding performance