HS Code 5911
Textile Products for Technical Uses
HS code 5911 covers specific textile products for technical and industrial uses, such as filtering cloths, gaskets, and bolting cloths.
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HS Code 5911 — Textile Products for Technical Uses
This code covers specialized textile products designed for industrial or technical applications. This includes filtering cloths, bolting cloths, and textile items used in papermaking or chemical processing.
What's included
- Bolting cloth
- Filtering cloth for oil presses
- Textile gaskets
- Straining cloth
- Polishing discs (textile)
What's excluded
- Abrasive cloth → use
6805(Abrasives on a textile base are in chapter 68.)
Common examples
- Silk bolting cloth for screen printing
- Felted textile pads for industrial pumps
- Industrial filter press cloth
- Textile liners for chemical tanks
Frequently asked questions
Is silk bolting cloth included?
Yes, bolting cloth, whether or not made of silk, is specifically included under this technical heading.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 7%
- Documentation: The technical specification and intended industrial use are critical for this classification.
- Typical shipping mode: Air
- Top exporters: Germany, Switzerland, China
- Top importers: USA, South Korea, Vietnam
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Key takeaway
Specialised industrial textiles used in manufacturing processes rather than consumer goods.
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