Polyester Press Felt for Paper Machines from China
An endless polyester textile felt weighing over 650 g/m², designed specifically for the press section of paper manufacturing machines to dewater the paper web. It fits the criteria of heading 5911 as a technical textile fabric used in papermaking machines. The heavy weight and linking devices ensure durability under high pressure.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify weight certification exceeds 650 g/m² to avoid reclassification; provide machine end-use documentation; inspect for linking devices compliance