Industrial Polyester Filter Cloth

Plain weave filter cloth of polyester staple mixed with filaments, low density for permeability. Classed under HTS 5515.12.00.90 as other synthetic staple woven with filaments. Designed for liquid/solid separation in industry.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China12%+35.0%47%
🇲🇽Mexico12%+10.0%22%
🇨🇦Canada12%+10.0%22%
🇩🇪Germany12%+10.0%22%
🇯🇵Japan12%+10.0%22%

Alternative Classifications

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

5911.40.01.00Lower: 43% vs 47%

If specially prepared for straining

Prepared straining cloths are textile articles in Chapter 59.

5515.91.00Same rate: 47%

If mixed with cotton for filters

Cotton-mixed yarn fabrics for filters in 5515.91.

3926.90.99Lower: 22.8% vs 47%

If plastic monofilament

Monofilament filters shift to Chapter 39 plastics.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Declare industrial end-use to potentially lower duties vs apparel fabrics

Test for cheesecloth specs to avoid higher density classifications

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