HS Code:
Filament reinforced tape, classified under HS Code 3919.10, is a type of adhesive tape reinforced with filaments such as fiberglass or polyester for added strength and durability. It is widely used in industrial applications for bundling, strapping, and reinforcing packages, as well as in construction and automotive sectors. This product category includes tapes with pressure-sensitive adhesive properties and is valued for its tensile strength and resistance to tearing. Global trade in filament reinforced tape is driven by demand in packaging, logistics, and manufacturing industries, with significant production and consumption in regions with robust industrial bases.
Total Trade Volume
USD 1.2 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database, International Trade Centre (ITC)
USD 350 million
29.2% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 200 million
16.7% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 150 million
12.5% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 100 million
8.3% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 80 million
6.7% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
Average Rate
5.5% ad valorem
Highest Rate
12% (imposed by certain developing countries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU-USMCA)
Rising demand for sustainable packaging solutions
Increased production of eco-friendly filament tapes with biodegradable adhesives, driving innovation and market expansion in regions with strict environmental regulations.
2021-2023
Growth in e-commerce and logistics
Surge in demand for filament reinforced tape for secure packaging and shipping, particularly in Asia-Pacific and North America, boosting trade volumes.
2020-2022
Automation in manufacturing
Adoption of automated tape application systems in industries, leading to higher demand for standardized, high-quality filament tapes.
2019-2023
The European Union introduced provisional anti-dumping duties ranging from 8% to 10% on filament reinforced tape imports from China to protect domestic producers from unfair pricing practices.
March 2023
Potential shift in trade flows, with EU buyers exploring alternative suppliers from South Korea and Japan, increasing costs for importers.
Under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), filament reinforced tape trade between member countries benefits from zero tariffs, enhancing regional supply chains.
July 2020 (ongoing)
Strengthened North American market integration, with increased exports from Mexico to the US and Canada.
Major manufacturers in Germany and Japan have launched biodegradable filament tapes to meet environmental regulations and consumer demand for sustainable products.
September 2022
Opens new market segments, particularly in Europe, but may increase production costs in the short term.