Synthetic Forming Fabric for Tissue Paper Production from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Label clearly as 'paper machine clothing' with end-use statement to prevent confusion with apparel textiles
• Test and document fabric permeability and weight to support <650 g/m² classification
• Check for anti-dumping duties on synthetic technical fabrics from certain origins