Polyester Filter Press Cloth from Japan
A woven polyester textile fabric designed for use in filter presses to separate solids from liquids in industrial processes. It falls under HTS 5911.90.00.80 as a technical textile product specified in note 8 to chapter 59 for industrial filtration applications. The fabric's high tensile strength and permeability make it ideal for demanding separation tasks.
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 weave and weight meet technical specifications for note 8 classification; provide end-use certification for filtration to avoid reclassification; ensure documentation shows industrial use only, not apparel