Forming Fabrics for Pulp Machines
Endless woven synthetic fabrics weighing more than 650 g/m², fitted with pin seams for use in pulp forming sections of paper production machines. They support wet pulp mat formation and drainage. Meets HTS 5911.32.0080 criteria for heavy papermaking or similar machine textiles.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If specifically for asbestos-cement machines
Subheading distinguishes asbestos-cement variants within the same weight class.
If used for transmission rather than forming in paper machines
Transmission belts of textile fabric go to heading 5910 for different technical functions.
If primarily plastic with minor textile reinforcement
Plastic-based composites shift to Chapter 39 if textile is not predominant.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include lab test reports confirming weight and permeability specs for customs clearance
• Avoid pitfalls by specifying 'endless or linked for papermaking' on commercial invoices
• Check for anti-dumping duties on synthetic fiber content from certain origins
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