Stainless Steel 20 Mesh Filter Cloth
Woven stainless steel wire cloth with 20 wires per linear centimeter in both warp and filling directions, designed for industrial filtration applications. This mesh size is finer than 12 but not exceeding 36 wires per cm, placing it under tariff item 7314.14.00 for other woven cloth of stainless steel.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | +50.0% | 50% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the cloth is of a mesh size coarser than 12 wires per cm
This heading covers woven cloth of stainless steel with coarser mesh sizes.
If the cloth is made of iron or non-stainless steel wire
This heading covers other woven cloth of iron or steel, not specifically stainless steel.
If the cloth is imported as a part of a filtering or purifying machine
Section XVI excludes articles of machinery, so cloths forming parts of filtration equipment may fall under this heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the mesh count is accurately documented on the commercial invoice, as the CBSA may verify it against the tariff classification
• Consider obtaining a ruling from the CBSA if you are unsure about the mesh density classification
• Keep records of the stainless steel grade and weave specifications for customs clearance
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