Polyester Press Felt for Paper Machines from Japan
An endless polyester textile felt designed specifically for the press section of paper manufacturing machines, weighing under 650 g/m². It supports water removal from paper stock under high pressure, classified under HTS 5911.31.00.10 as a technical papermaking press felt per note 8 to chapter 59.
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
• Verify weight certification below 650 g/m² and endless/fitted design via manufacturer specs to avoid reclassification
• Ensure documentation proves papermaking end-use to qualify under chapter 59 note 8
• Common pitfall: mislabeling as general industrial fabric leads to audits