High-Density Copper Fourdrinier Wire for Tissue Paper Machines

Specialized copper wire cloth with 110 wires/cm, seamless design for Fourdrinier machines producing thin tissue and hygiene papers. HTS 7419.80.03.00 applies due to the exact wire density requirement and dedicated papermaking function. The fine weave supports delicate paper formation without marking.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8439.99.50.00Same rate: 35%

If imported as replacement parts with mounting hardware

Complete assemblies for paper machines are classified by function in Chapter 84 rather than material.

7412.20.00Higher: 38% vs 35%

If copper-nickel base alloy construction

Alloys meeting copper-nickel definitions per Chapter 74 notes fall under heading 7412 for copper-nickel articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain supplier affidavits confirming 94+ wires/cm and papermaking end-use to support binding ruling requests

Avoid common pitfall of declaring as 'wire mesh' without specs; include photos and technical datasheets

Comply with Lacey Act if any wood pulp residues are present on imported used wires

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