Nylon Forming Wire for Paper Machines from Japan
A fitted nylon textile fabric with linking devices, under 650 g/m², used as a forming wire in Fourdrinier paper machines to support pulp slurry formation. Its monofilament construction ensures durability and fine mesh for high-quality paper, fitting HTS 5911.31.00.30 for paper-forming fabrics.
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
• Include technical drawings showing mesh size and linking devices to prove papermaking application
• Avoid common pitfall of declaring as 'wire cloth' which could misclassify under Chapter 73 metal products
• Obtain supplier affidavits confirming weight <650 g/m² and endless/fitted design for customs