Gasket Felt Paper Sheets from Germany
Compressed felt paper sheets cut for manufacturing flat gaskets in automotive and machinery seals. HTS 4805.50.00.00 applies to this uncoated paperboard felt, not further worked beyond sheets, with basis weights 200-600 g/m².
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Avoid pre-die-cut gaskets in import, as they become 'articles' under 4823 or 8484
• Declare compressibility and recovery specs to confirm felt structure vs. millboard