About HS Code 591120
This code specifically identifies 'bolting cloth,' a finely woven textile product used for technical applications, whether or not it has been made up into finished articles. Bolting cloth is characterized by its precise and uniform mesh, making it ideal for sifting, filtering, and screen printing processes where consistent aperture size is critical. Its technical utility lies in its ability to separate particles accurately or to create detailed stencils. Importers are industries involved in milling (e.g., flour mills), chemical processing, pharmaceuticals, and graphic arts. Exporters are specialized textile manufacturers producing high-precision woven fabrics, often from synthetic fibers like polyester or nylon, or traditionally from silk. The 'bolting cloth' designation is critical for proper classification.
Products Under This Code
Silk bolting cloth, polyester bolting cloth, nylon bolting cloth, flour sifting screens, screen printing mesh, filter screens for industrial use, precision sieving fabrics
Real World Examples
Sefar Bolting Cloth, Saati Screen Printing Mesh, NBC Meshtec, Tetko (now Sefar), Reemay (for filtration)
Common Misclassification
Could be confused with general filtering or straining cloths (591140) if the specific 'bolting cloth' characteristics (precision mesh) are not recognized, or with other technical fabrics (591190) if its primary function is not clearly sifting/filtering/screen printing.
Products Classified Under 5911.20
Industry
This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.
Trade Overview
Countries with significant milling, chemical, or screen printing industries are major importers; specialized manufacturers in Switzerland, Japan, and China are leading exporters.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 591120?
HS code 591120 covers: Textile products and articles for technical uses; bolting cloth, whether or not made up. This code specifically identifies 'bolting cloth,' a finely woven textile product used for technical applications, whether or not it has been made up into finished articles. Bolting cloth is characterized by its precise and uniform mesh, making it ideal for sifting, filtering, and screen printing processes where consistent aperture size is critical. Its technical utility lies in its ability to separate particles accurately or to create detailed stencils. Importers are industries involved in milling (e.g., flour mills), chemical processing, pharmaceuticals, and graphic arts. Exporters are specialized textile manufacturers producing high-precision woven fabrics, often from synthetic fibers like polyester or nylon, or traditionally from silk. The 'bolting cloth' designation is critical for proper classification.
What products fall under HS code 591120?
Silk bolting cloth, polyester bolting cloth, nylon bolting cloth, flour sifting screens, screen printing mesh, filter screens for industrial use, precision sieving fabrics
What are common misclassifications for HS code 591120?
Could be confused with general filtering or straining cloths (591140) if the specific 'bolting cloth' characteristics (precision mesh) are not recognized, or with other technical fabrics (591190) if its primary function is not clearly sifting/filtering/screen printing.
How is HS code 591120 structured?
HS code 591120 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (59) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (11) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.