Paint Filter Press Cloth
Paint filter press cloth is a synthetic woven cloth used in filter presses to remove impurities from paint and coating formulations. It is classified under tariff item 5911.90.00 as a technical textile for filtration, per Note 8 to Chapter 59, due to its solvent-resistant weave and use in pigment dispersion filtration.
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 cloth is imported as a part of a filter press machine
Filter press cloths presented as parts of filtering machinery may be classified under machinery parts.
If the cloth is for straining in oil presses or similar
This heading covers straining cloth for specific technical uses, which may be more specific than the general 'other' item.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Specify the solvent resistance and weave type in your import documentation to support classification as a technical textile
• Ensure the cloth is not considered a general filter of heading 8421, which covers machinery
• Provide end-use certification to the CBSA if requested
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