Polyester Dryer Fabric for Paper Machines from Japan
An endless polyester textile fabric designed specifically for use as a dryer section in paper production machines, weighing over 650 g/m². It facilitates the drying of paper webs by allowing steam and heat transfer while supporting the sheet. Classified under HTS 5911.32.00.20 as a dryer fabric for papermaking machines per note 8 to chapter 59.
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
• Verify fabric weight exceeds 650 g/m² with lab certification to confirm classification in 5911.32.00.20
• Provide manufacturer specs proving use in papermaking dryer sections for customs compliance
• Avoid misclassification as general industrial fabric (5911.90) by documenting paper machine end-use