Dri-Weave 480 Papermaker's Forming Fabric from Japan

This is an endless polyester monofilament forming fabric weighing 480 g/m², designed for the wet end of paper machines to form the paper sheet from pulp slurry. It features a multi-layer weave for high retention and drainage efficiency, specifically classified under HTS 5911.31.0080 as a technical textile fabric for papermaking weighing less than 650 g/m². The fabric's linking devices allow for easy installation on paper machines.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

13.8%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify fabric weight certification below 650 g/m² with lab test reports to avoid reclassification to higher weight subheadings

Include machine-specific technical specs and end-use declaration to confirm papermaking application per Chapter 59 Note 8

Ensure documentation proves endless or linking device construction; bulk rolls without fittings may shift to 5911.90

Dri-Weave 480 Papermaker's Forming Fabric from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 5911.31.00.80