Product classification
HS code for Chopped glass fiber: 7019.11
Glass fibres, (including glass wool), chopped strands, of a length of not more than 50mm.
Classification of chopped glass fiber under HS 7019.11
Chopped glass fiber is classified under HS code 7019.11. This classification is determined by the material composition and the specific physical form of the glass. Chapter 70 of the Harmonized System encompasses glass and glassware, while heading 7019 specifically addresses glass fibers (including glass wool) and articles thereof. Within this heading, the 7019.1x series focuses on mechanical intermediates such as slivers, rovings, yarn, and chopped strands. Subheading 7019.11 is strictly reserved for chopped strands that have been cut to a length of not more than 50 mm. These fibers are typically produced by drawing molten glass through bushings and then mechanically chopping the resulting filaments into precise lengths. The classification depends strictly on the length measurement; if the strands exceed 50 mm, they would fall under a different subheading. These products are essential reinforcement materials in composite manufacturing, particularly for injection molding and compression molding processes where they are mixed with resins to enhance mechanical properties.
- Covers
- Chopped strands for Bulk Molding Compounds (BMC)
- Chopped strands for Sheet Molding Compounds (SMC)
- Thermoplastic grade chopped glass fibers
- Alkali-resistant (AR) chopped glass strands for concrete reinforcement
- Water-dispersible chopped glass fibers
- Also under 7019.11
- Owens Corning chopped strands
- Jushi chopped strands
- PPG Fiber Glass chopped strands
- Saint-Gobain Vetrotex chopped strands
Codes often confused with 7019.11
Common mistake. Chopped glass fiber is frequently confused with HS code 7019.12, which is specifically for rovings. Rovings are continuous strands, whereas 7019.11 must be cut under 50mm. It is also sometimes misclassified under 7019.19, which covers other glass yarns and slivers that do not meet the chopped or roving definitions. Additionally, importers may mistakenly look at heading 6806, which covers mineral wools; however, glass fibers are explicitly excluded from Chapter 68 when they fall under the definitions of Chapter 70.
Top exporters and importers of HS 701911 (the code used for chopped glass fiber), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 701911 (the code used for chopped glass fiber) in UN Comtrade data was Malaysia, with 21% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 22% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 701911, not only chopped glass fiber.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Malaysia $264M 21% of world exports
- 2 China $237M 19% of world exports
- 3 Belgium $224M 18% of world exports
World total: $1.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $268M 22% of world imports
- 2 United States $114M 9.3% of world imports
- 3 Italy $100M 8.2% of world imports
World total: $1.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for chopped glass fiber
Brazil classifies chopped glass fiber under NCM 7019.11.00: HS 7019.11 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about chopped glass fiber
What is the HS code for Chopped glass fiber?
The HS code for Chopped glass fiber is 701911 (Glass fibres; (including glass wool), chopped strands, of a length of not more than 50mm). The specific HS code for chopped glass fiber strands with a length not exceeding 50 mm is 7019.11.
How do I classify Chopped glass fiber for customs?
Chopped glass fiber is classified under HS code 701911 — Glass fibres; (including glass wool), chopped strands, of a length of not more than 50mm. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How is the length of chopped glass fiber measured for customs?
Customs authorities measure the individual strand length; if the average length is 50 mm or less, it remains in 7019.11. If it exceeds this, it is classified under 7019.19.
Which countries are the top exporters of chopped glass fiber (HS 701911)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 701911 (the code used for chopped glass fiber) in UN Comtrade data were Malaysia ($264M, 21% of world exports), China ($237M) and Belgium ($224M). World exports came to about $1.2B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of chopped glass fiber (HS 701911)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 701911 (the code used for chopped glass fiber) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($268M, 22% of world imports), the United States ($114M) and Italy ($100M). World imports came to about $1.2B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Is the HS code for Chopped glass fiber the same in all countries?
The base HS code 701911 for Chopped glass fiber is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for chopped glass fiber in Brazil?
In Brazil, chopped glass fiber (HS 701911) is classified under NCM 7019.11.00.