PVC Impregnated Polyester Filter Media
Polyester fabric impregnated with PVC for industrial air filtration, specified in Note 9 to Section XI with visible treatment enhancing dust resistance. Classifies under HTS 5903.10.18.00 as man-made fiber textile impregnated with poly(vinyl chloride).
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If for industrial filter end-use
Textile fabrics for technical/industrial uses like filters may shift to Chapter 59 heading 5911.
If unimpregnated base fabric
If PVC not visible per notes, base polyester woven fabric stays in Chapter 54.
If imported as complete filter
Assembled into filtering equipment, classifies under Chapter 84 machinery parts.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Supply technical datasheets showing impregnation visibility and g/m² weight under 1500 to stay in 5903
• For industrial end-use, declare as such to avoid retail packing reclassifications
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