Batt-on-Mesh Press Felt for Newsprint Machines from China
Hybrid batt-on-mesh polyester endless felt weighing <650 g/m², fitted for high-volume newsprint paper press sections. Provides durability and efficient dewatering, under HTS 5911.31.00.10 for papermaking felts.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Supply construction diagrams (batt-on-mesh) and weight tests
• Confirm linking device presence in photos
• Pitfall: confusion with 5903 coated fabrics if minimal treatments applied