Unbleached Flax Blend for Industrial Filter Cloth

Plain weave unbleached 65% flax fabric, high thread count for industrial filtration, not retail, classified other 5309.21.40.90 as doesn't fit consumer fabric notes. Durable for manufacturing filters.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5911.90.00Higher: 38.8% vs 35%

If for technical textile uses like filters

Specialized industrial textiles classify under Chapter 59.

5309.29Lower: 10% vs 35%

If impregnated or coated versions

Treated fabrics for industrial use shift categories.

3921.90Lower: 14.8% vs 35%

If polymer-coated

Plastic-coated textiles may go to Chapter 39.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Industrial vs retail declaration affects quotas if applicable

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