Compressed Paper Washers for Hydraulic Systems from Germany
High-density compressed paper washers used in hydraulic cylinders and valves for pressure sealing. HTS 4823.90.8000 covers these as paper pulp-based seals cut to precise dimensions, offering cost-effective alternatives to synthetics.
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
• Test and document Mullen burst strength to prove suitability as industrial seals
• Use precise invoices specifying 'cut-to-shape paper gaskets' vs generic paperboard