Product classification
HS code for Fiberglass mat (mechanically bonded): 7019.14
Glass fibres, (including glass wool), mechanically bonded mats.
Classification of fiberglass mat (mechanically bonded) under HS 7019.14
Mechanically bonded fiberglass mats are classified under HS code 7019.14. This code is situated within heading 7019, which encompasses glass fibers and articles thereof. The distinction for subheading 7019.14 lies in the physical process used to join the fibers. Unlike chemical bonding, which uses resins or adhesives, mechanical bonding involves physical entanglement. This is typically achieved through needling (where barbed needles punch through the fiber web to interlock them) or stitching (where a separate thread or the glass fibers themselves are used to sew the mat together). These mats are often used in applications requiring high thermal stability or where chemical binders might interfere with the end-use process, such as in certain filtration or high-temperature insulation systems. The classification requires a technical assessment of the mat's construction to confirm the absence of chemical binders as the primary structural agent. If the integrity of the mat is maintained solely or primarily through mechanical means, 7019.14 is the correct designation. This classification is vital for ensuring that industrial-grade insulation and reinforcement materials are taxed and regulated correctly compared to resin-heavy alternatives.
- Covers
- Needled fiberglass mats
- Stitched glass fiber mats
- Mechanically entangled glass fiber webs
- Needle-punched glass wool mats
- Stitch-bonded glass fiber reinforcements
- Also under 7019.14
- Owens Corning M700 chopped strand mat
- Jushi mechanically bonded mats
- PPG Fiber Glass M113 mat
- Saint-Gobain Vetrotex mechanically bonded mats
Codes often confused with 7019.14
Common mistake. Mechanically bonded mats are frequently confused with chemically bonded mats (7019.15). They are also sometimes misclassified under 7019.19 (other glass fiber products) or 5602 (felt), though Chapter 70 is more specific for glass fiber products. Woven fabrics (7019.6x) are also a common point of confusion.
Top exporters and importers of HS 701914 (the code used for fiberglass mat (mechanically bonded)), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 701914 (the code used for fiberglass mat (mechanically bonded)) in UN Comtrade data was France, with 16% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 12% 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 701914, not only fiberglass mat (mechanically bonded).
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 France $28M 16% of world exports
- 2 Germany $24M 14% of world exports
- 3 China $21M 12% of world exports
World total: $175M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $21M 12% of world imports
- 2 Mexico $17M 9.5% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $13M 7.3% of world imports
World total: $179M 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 fiberglass mat (mechanically bonded)
Brazil classifies fiberglass mat (mechanically bonded) under NCM 7019.14.00: HS 7019.14 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about fiberglass mat (mechanically bonded)
What is the HS code for Fiberglass mat (mechanically bonded)?
The HS code for Fiberglass mat (mechanically bonded) is 701914 (Glass fibres; (including glass wool), mechanically bonded mats).
How do I classify Fiberglass mat (mechanically bonded) for customs?
Fiberglass mat (mechanically bonded) is classified under HS code 701914 — Glass fibres; (including glass wool), mechanically bonded mats. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for mechanically bonded fiberglass mat?
The HS code for mechanically bonded glass fiber mats is 7019.14.
Can a mat be both mechanically and chemically bonded?
If both methods are used, the mat is classified based on the process that provides its essential character. Usually, needled mats with a small amount of binder remain under 7019.14.
Which countries are the top exporters of fiberglass mat (mechanically bonded) (HS 701914)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 701914 (the code used for fiberglass mat (mechanically bonded)) in UN Comtrade data were France ($28M, 16% of world exports), Germany ($24M) and China ($21M). World exports came to about $175M, 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 fiberglass mat (mechanically bonded) (HS 701914)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 701914 (the code used for fiberglass mat (mechanically bonded)) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($21M, 12% of world imports), Mexico ($17M) and the United Kingdom ($13M). World imports came to about $179M, 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 Fiberglass mat (mechanically bonded) the same in all countries?
The base HS code 701914 for Fiberglass mat (mechanically bonded) 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 fiberglass mat (mechanically bonded) in Brazil?
In Brazil, fiberglass mat (mechanically bonded) (HS 701914) is classified under NCM 7019.14.00.