Industrial Polyester Oxford Filter Cloth from Japan
Polyester staple oxford weave fabric for industrial filtration, 95% synthetic, HTS 5512.99.0045 due to specific oxford designation despite end-use. Construction matches statistical notes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• End-use statements help but base classification on weave/material, not function
• Ensure no multiple/cabled yarns per sheeting exclusion note (b)(ii)(A)
• Batch test for consistent fiber % across rolls