High-Weight Dryer Screen for Paper Machines from Japan
A heavy woven synthetic fabric screen, over 650 g/m², fitted with linking devices for installation on paper machine dryer sections to support wet web drying. Meets HTS 5911.32.00 criteria as a technical papermaking fabric per chapter note 8, designed specifically for pulp and paper production. Its robust weight handles steam and tension in continuous operation.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include engineering specs showing dryer section compatibility and weight certification above 650 g/m²
• Avoid common pitfall of classifying as conveyor belting (5910) by emphasizing papermaking-specific design
• Request FDA-compliant material declarations if used in food-grade paper production