Synthetic Forming Fabric for Paper Machines
Seamless synthetic endless fabric fitted with linking devices, under 650 g/m², for dewatering and forming paper in Fourdrinier machines. Falls under HTS 5911.31.00 as a specialized textile for papermaking per chapter 59 note 8.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If for transmission belts rather than forming
Papermaking transmission belts classify in 5910, separate from forming/dewatering fabrics.
If predominantly plastic construction
Plastic-dominated belts may shift to chapter 39 if textile is secondary.
If fitted for specific pulp processing machines
Pulp or asbestos-cement machine fabrics have a distinct subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include technical specs on yarn type, weave pattern, and machine compatibility in import docs
• Certify endless construction or linking devices to distinguish from standard conveyor belts
• Watch for reclassification if used in non-paper pulp processing without proof
Related Products under HTS 5911.31.00
Formex Papermaking Wire Cloth
Endless woven textile fabric designed for high-speed papermaking machines, weighing under 650 g/m², used as a forming wire to support pulp slurry during paper sheet formation. Classified under HTS 5911.31.00 as a technical textile fabric per note 8 to chapter 59, specifically for papermaking machines.
Polyester Press Felt for Papermaking
Needle-punched polyester felt, endless with pin seams, weighing less than 650 g/m², used in paper machine press sections for water extraction. HTS 5911.31.00 covers such technical felts for papermaking machines as defined in note 8.
SSB Forming Wire for Tissue Paper Machines
Single Seam Bonded (SSB) synthetic wire cloth under 650 g/m² for tissue and towel paper forming sections. Technical textile endless fabric under HTS 5911.31.00 for papermaking machines.
Triple Layer Paper Machine Fabric
Advanced triple-layer synthetic fabric with linking devices, <650 g/m², for premium paper forming in modern papermachines. Meets HTS 5911.31.00 criteria for papermaking technical textiles.
Pulp Machine Dewatering Fabric
Endless woven fabric <650 g/m² for dewatering pulp sheets in pulp processing machines, akin to papermaking. Covered by HTS 5911.31.00 per note 8 inclusion of pulp machines.
Papermaker's Wet Press Felt
Specialized wet press section felt with batt-on-base construction, endless, under 650 g/m² for shoe presses in paper machines. HTS 5911.31.00 for technical papermaking felts.