Dyed Cotton-Polyester Cheesecloth Grade 40
This is a dyed cheesecloth made from cotton and polyester, with less than 85% cotton, weighing under 200 g/m². It is a lightweight plain weave fabric with a yarn number of 42 or lower, dyed for colour. It falls under tariff item 5210.31.00 for dyed plain weave cotton fabrics mixed with man-made fibres.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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May require HC Consumer Products Safety depending on intended use (HC21) and Canadian product category (HC29, HC30, HC31, HC32, HC33, HC34, HC35, HC36, HC37); or intended use (HC22, HC23, HC24, HC26, HC27) and Canadian product category (HC37). Matching criteria: Equal To 5210310000; Equal To 5210310000. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the cotton content is 85% or more by weight
Fabrics with 85% or more cotton are classified under cotton-only headings.
If the fabric is printed rather than dyed
Printed fabrics are classified under the printed subheading.
If the fabric weighs more than 200 g/m²
Heavier fabrics are classified under the subheading for weights over 200 g/m².
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the fabric weight is accurately declared, as exceeding 200 g/m² would change the classification
• Provide fibre composition percentages on the commercial invoice
• Be prepared to demonstrate that the fabric is not 'made up' within the meaning of Section XI Note 7
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