Nickel Wire Mesh Filter Cloth from China
A fine weave cloth made from nickel wire used primarily for filtration in chemical processing plants. It falls under HTS 7508.10.00.00 as it is specifically cloth constructed from nickel wire, designed for industrial screening applications. The material's corrosion resistance makes it ideal for harsh environments.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify wire diameter and mesh count in documentation to confirm classification under nickel wire cloth
• Provide mill test certificates proving nickel purity to avoid reclassification as other metals
• Ensure packaging labels specify 'nickel wire cloth' to prevent customs disputes on material composition