Nonwoven Polyester Filter Bag
Industrial filter bag constructed from nonwoven polyester fabric at 120 g/m², perforated for liquid flow, packaged for retail sale. This ready-for-use nonwoven article of man-made filaments falls 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 |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the filter bag is a straining cloth of a kind used in oil presses or similar
Technical textile products for industrial use may fall under heading 59.11.
If the filter bag is a part of a filtering or purifying machine
Filtering machinery parts may fall under Chapter 84.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the filter bag is not a filtering or straining cloth of heading 59.11, which covers technical textile products
• Ensure the nonwoven weight is accurately declared as 120 g/m²
• If the bag is used in machinery, check if it qualifies as a part under Chapter 84
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