7019.12.00 - Rovings

This HTS category, 7019.12.00, specifically covers "rovings" within the broader classification of glass fibers and articles thereof. Rovings are essentially untwisted strands or bundles of glass filaments, typically produced by drawing multiple filaments together. They are characterized by their form, which is designed for further processing into other glass fiber products such as woven fabrics, mats, or yarns.

Distinguishing this category from its siblings, 7019.11.00.00 deals with chopped strands of a specific length, while 7019.13 and 7019.19 encompass other forms of yarn and slivers, as well as various types of mats. Rovings are distinct in their continuous, untwisted form, making them a precursor material for many other glass fiber articles rather than a finished product in themselves.

The subcategories under 7019.12.00 provide further refinement based on the intended application. The distinction between 7019.12.00.40 ("Of a kind used in industry as packing or lubricating materials") and 7019.12.00.80 ("Other") allows for precise classification based on the specific industrial use of these rovings. This differentiation is crucial for determining appropriate duties and trade statistics.