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Polyester Paper Forming Fabric from Mexico

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.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

13.8%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• 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