Polyester Paper Forming Fabric
An endless polyester textile fabric weighing under 650 g/m², designed specifically for paper-making machines to form the wet paper web during production. It features precise weave patterns for optimal drainage and fiber support, classified under HTS 5911.31.00.30 as a paper-forming fabric per note 8 to chapter 59.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If weighing 650 g/m² or more
Heavier paper-forming fabrics shift to 5911.32 for those >=650 g/m², same papermaking function but different weight threshold.
If used in pulp processing rather than paper forming
Fabrics for pulp or asbestos-cement machines fall under 5911.90, while paper-forming specifically uses 5911.31.
If made from rubberized yarn strips rather than woven fabric
Rubber-impregnated yarn or strip fabrics classify under 5604, not technical paper machine fabrics of 5911.
Not sure which classification is right?
Our AI classifier can analyze your specific product and recommend the correct HTS code with confidence.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify fabric weight is below 650 g/m² with lab certification to confirm HTS 5911.31.00.30 classification
• Provide machine-specific documentation proving use in papermaking to avoid reclassification as general industrial fabric
• Ensure linking devices or endless configuration details are documented, as these define technical use per chapter note 8
Related Products under HTS 5911.31.00.30
Nylon Forming Wire for Paper Machines
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.
Synthetic Forming Fabric for Tissue Paper Production
Endless synthetic blend fabric weighing less than 650 g/m², optimized for tissue and hygiene paper forming sections in modern paper machines. Provides excellent dewatering and sheet formation, classified in HTS 5911.31.00.30 as a technical paper-forming fabric.
Monofilament Polyester Paper Machine Cloth
High-tenacity monofilament polyester fabric, endless with linking devices, under 650 g/m² for the forming section of kraft paper machines. Engineered for abrasion resistance and precise fiber orientation, under HTS 5911.31.00.30.
Triple Layer Paper Forming Belt
Advanced triple-layer synthetic textile fabric weighing <650 g/m², endless design for high-speed paper forming in board and packaging paper production. Layered construction enhances wear life and formation quality, HTS 5911.31.00.30.
SSB Forming Fabric for Newsprint Machines
Single Seam Endless (SSB) polyester forming fabric under 650 g/m² for newsprint paper machines, featuring seamless construction for uniform paper formation. Meets technical requirements of HTS 5911.31.00.30 for paper-forming.
Fine Mesh Paper Forming Screen
Ultra-fine mesh synthetic fabric <650 g/m² with linking devices for premium printing paper forming sections. Provides superior fiber support and dewatering, classified HTS 5911.31.00.30.