Single-Layer Polyester Press Felt for Fine Paper Machines

Lightweight single-layer endless polyester press felt under 650 g/m² for fine paper production presses. It ensures smooth water removal without marking, classified in HTS 5911.31.00.10 for papermaking technical textiles.

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 for specialty suction press configurations

Suction-specific press felts have separate tracking under the statistical suffix.

6002.90Lower: 18% vs 38.8%

If knitted fabric base, not needled into felt

Knitted technical fabrics without felting process stay in chapter 60.

8483.90Lower: 12.8% vs 38.8%

If imported as assembled machine part, not standalone felt

Parts of paper machinery in chapter 84 if not separately classifiable as textile.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document layer structure and permeability specs for verification

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Common issue: reclassification if not proven endless for machines

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