Nylon Monofilament Dryer Screen
Nylon monofilament dryer screen is a durable woven screen used in paper drying machines to convey wet paper through heated cylinders. It falls under tariff item 5911.90.00 as a technical textile for paper machine clothing, as per Note 8 to Chapter 59, which includes textile products for technical purposes in machinery.
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 screen is used as a transmission or conveyor belt
Heading 5910 covers transmission or conveyor belting of textile material, which may apply if the screen functions as a belt.
If the screen is a part of a paper-making machine
When imported as a machinery part, it may be classified under paper-making machine parts rather than as a textile product.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the screen is not a conveyor belt of heading 5910, which has different classification criteria
• Provide evidence of its use in paper-making machinery to support classification under 5911.90.00
• Ensure the monofilament diameter and weave meet the technical specifications for paper machine clothing
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