Nylon Press Felt for High-Pressure Paper Presses

A durable nylon-based endless felt fitted with linking devices for press sections in high-speed paper machines, under 650 g/m². It facilitates dewatering in papermaking, fitting HTS 5911.31.00.10 for lightweight technical press felts as defined in chapter 59.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.8%+35.0%38.8%
🇲🇽Mexico3.8%+10.0%13.8%
🇨🇦Canada3.8%+10.0%13.8%
🇩🇪Germany3.8%+10.0%13.8%
🇯🇵Japan3.8%+10.0%13.8%

Alternative Classifications

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

5911.31.00.20Same rate: 38.8%

If Press felts over 650 g/m² for suction presses

Statistical suffix differentiates suction press felts, but weight over limit moves to 5911.32.

5407.61Lower: 24.9% vs 38.8%

If woven as open mesh fabric, not formed into felt

Unfeltered woven polyester fabrics for technical uses stay in chapter 54 weaving headings.

3916.90.50Higher: 40.8% vs 38.8%

If heavily coated with plastics visible to naked eye

Plastic-coated textile fabrics shift to 5903 if coating meets visibility criteria, excluding papermaking specifics.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide lab test reports confirming weight and composition for customs valuation

Link to machine-specific OEM approvals to substantiate technical use

Avoid pitfalls by distinguishing from conveyor belts (5910)

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