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Food Processing Bleached Cheesecloth 42s Yarn

Bleached plain weave cheesecloth made from 42s cotton yarn, containing at least 85% cotton and weighing 130 g/m². It falls under tariff item 5208.22.00 as a bleached plain weave cotton fabric over 100 g/m², suitable for food processing straining.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇺🇸United StatesFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

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Alternative Classifications

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5208.32.00Same rate: Free

If the cheesecloth is dyed a uniform colour

Dyed plain weave cotton fabrics over 100 g/m² are classified under this item.

5911.40.00Same rate: Free

If the cheesecloth is for technical straining in food processing machinery

Technical straining cloth falls under Chapter 59.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Ensure the cheesecloth meets Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) requirements if used in food contact

• Verify the fabric is not coated or impregnated

• If imported in rolls, it qualifies as fabric; if cut into sheets, it may be 'made up'