About HS Code 591132
This code pertains to heavier textile fabrics and felts, weighing 650g/m² or more, specifically engineered for use in paper-making or similar continuous process machines. These robust materials are designed for sections of the paper machine that require greater strength, durability, and absorbency, such as heavy-duty press sections or certain dryer applications. Like their lighter counterparts, they are typically endless or fitted with linking devices, playing a vital role in the mechanical and dewatering stages of paper production. Importers are large-scale paper mills and pulp producers globally. Exporters are highly specialized technical textile manufacturers who produce these durable fabrics to withstand extreme conditions, including high temperatures, pressure, and chemical exposure. The 'paper-making machines' and the '650g/m2 or more' weight are the critical distinctions.
Products Under This Code
Heavy-duty paper machine press felts, robust dryer fabrics, thick forming fabrics, pulp dewatering belts (heavy), industrial filter belts for paper sludge, heavy-weight conveyor belts for wet processes
Real World Examples
Valmet Press Felts (heavy), Voith Paper Machine Clothing (heavy), Albany International (heavy-duty fabrics), AstenJohnson (heavy press felts), Xerium Technologies (now Andritz Fabrics and Rolls)
Common Misclassification
Can be confused with lighter paper-making fabrics (591131) if the weight specification is overlooked, or with general industrial felts (5602) if their specific application in paper machines is not identified.
Products Classified Under 5911.32
Industry
This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.
Trade Overview
Countries with significant paper and pulp industries are major importers; specialized manufacturers in Europe and North America are key exporters.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 591132?
HS code 591132 covers: Textiles; fabrics and felts, endless or fitted with linking devices, of a kind used in paper-making or similar machines, weighing 650g/m2 or more. This code pertains to heavier textile fabrics and felts, weighing 650g/m² or more, specifically engineered for use in paper-making or similar continuous process machines. These robust materials are designed for sections of the paper machine that require greater strength, durability, and absorbency, such as heavy-duty press sections or certain dryer applications. Like their lighter counterparts, they are typically endless or fitted with linking devices, playing a vital role in the mechanical and dewatering stages of paper production. Importers are large-scale paper mills and pulp producers globally. Exporters are highly specialized technical textile manufacturers who produce these durable fabrics to withstand extreme conditions, including high temperatures, pressure, and chemical exposure. The 'paper-making machines' and the '650g/m2 or more' weight are the critical distinctions.
What products fall under HS code 591132?
Heavy-duty paper machine press felts, robust dryer fabrics, thick forming fabrics, pulp dewatering belts (heavy), industrial filter belts for paper sludge, heavy-weight conveyor belts for wet processes
What are common misclassifications for HS code 591132?
Can be confused with lighter paper-making fabrics (591131) if the weight specification is overlooked, or with general industrial felts (5602) if their specific application in paper machines is not identified.
How is HS code 591132 structured?
HS code 591132 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 (32) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.