High-Density Polyester Filter Mesh
This is a woven mesh fabric made from specified polyester single yarns of 75-80 decitex, 24 filaments, and a twist of 900 or more turns per meter. It is used for industrial air filters and contains 85% or more by weight of non-textured polyester filaments, qualifying it under this tariff item.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the mesh is cut to shape or made up as a filter element
Straining cloth of a kind used in oil presses or similar, including filter cloth, falls under this heading when made up.
If imported as part of a filtering or purifying machine
Parts of filtering or purifying machinery for liquids or gases are classified under this heading.
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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the fabric is classified correctly by verifying the yarn specifications (75-80 decitex, 24 filaments, 900+ turns/m) and that it contains 85% or more non-textured polyester
• Provide detailed technical documentation to the CBSA to support the classification
• Consider the end-use application to ensure no other tariff item (e.g
• for filter articles) applies
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