Product classification
HS code for Fiberglass tape: 7019.65
Glass fibres, open woven fabrics of a width not exceeding 30cm.
Classification of fiberglass tape under HS 7019.65
Fiberglass tape is classified under HS code 7019.65. This code falls within Chapter 70 for glass and glassware and heading 7019 for glass fibers and articles thereof. Specifically, 7019.65 is designated for open woven fabrics of glass fibers that have a width not exceeding 30 cm. This width threshold is the defining characteristic that separates "tape" from "mesh" in the Harmonized System. The term "open woven" refers to the grid-like construction of the fabric, which is common in self-adhesive drywall tapes and reinforcement strips. Because these products are typically manufactured in narrow rolls (usually 50mm to 150mm), they meet the criteria for subheading 7019.65. The classification remains consistent even if the tape features a pressure-sensitive adhesive backing, as the glass fiber fabric is the component that provides the structural reinforcement, which is the primary purpose of the product.
- Covers
- Self-adhesive fiberglass drywall joint tape
- Fiberglass mesh tape for wall repairs
- Narrow fiberglass fabric strips for boat building and laminating
- Heat-resistant fiberglass electrical insulation tape
- Fiberglass pipe wrap tape
- Also under 7019.65
- FibaTape
- 3M Glass Cloth Electrical Tape
- Tesa Glass Fibre Tape
- SGL Carbon Glass Fiber Tapes
- Hexcel Narrow Fabrics
Codes often confused with 7019.65
Common mistake. The most common misclassification for fiberglass tape is HS code 7019.66, which is intended for open woven fabrics wider than 30 cm. Additionally, some may attempt to classify adhesive-backed tape under 3506 (adhesives) or 4811 (paper-based tapes), but since the substrate is glass fiber, heading 7019 is legally required. It should also not be confused with 7019.61, which covers tightly woven glass fabrics.
Top exporters and importers of HS 701965 (the code used for fiberglass tape), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 701965 (the code used for fiberglass tape) in UN Comtrade data was Czechia, with 37% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 11% 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 701965, not only fiberglass tape.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Czechia $30M 37% of world exports
- 2 China $16M 19% of world exports
- 3 Latvia $6.1M 7.4% of world exports
World total: $82M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $9.2M 11% of world imports
- 2 Türkiye $5.6M 6.6% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $4.8M 5.7% of world imports
World total: $85M 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 tape
Brazil classifies fiberglass tape under NCM 7019.65.00: HS 7019.65 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about fiberglass tape
What is the HS code for Fiberglass tape?
The HS code for Fiberglass tape is 701965 (Glass fibres; open woven fabrics of a width not exceeding 30cm). The HS code for fiberglass tape, defined as an open woven glass fiber fabric with a width of 30 cm or less, is 7019.65.
How do I classify Fiberglass tape for customs?
Fiberglass tape is classified under HS code 701965 — Glass fibres; open woven fabrics of a width not exceeding 30cm. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is adhesive-backed fiberglass tape classified differently?
No, the presence of a self-adhesive layer does not change the classification from 7019.65, as the glass fiber fabric remains the essential character of the product.
Which countries are the top exporters of fiberglass tape (HS 701965)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 701965 (the code used for fiberglass tape) in UN Comtrade data were Czechia ($30M, 37% of world exports), China ($16M) and Latvia ($6.1M). World exports came to about $82M, 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 tape (HS 701965)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 701965 (the code used for fiberglass tape) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($9.2M, 11% of world imports), Türkiye ($5.6M) and the United Kingdom ($4.8M). World imports came to about $85M, 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 tape the same in all countries?
The base HS code 701965 for Fiberglass tape 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 tape in Brazil?
In Brazil, fiberglass tape (HS 701965) is classified under NCM 7019.65.00.