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Laboratory Filter Cheesecloth Dyed

This is a dyed lab-grade cheesecloth made from 70% cotton and 30% polyester, weighing 130 g/m². It is a plain weave fabric with a yarn number of 40, used for filtering lab solutions and precipitates. It is classified under tariff item 5210.31.00 as a dyed cotton woven fabric mixed with man-made fibres.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

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

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5208.31.00Same rate: Free

If the cotton content is 85% or more by weight

Higher cotton content would classify the fabric under cotton-only headings.

5210.51.00Same rate: Free

If the fabric is printed rather than dyed

Printed fabrics fall under the printed subheading.

5911.40.00Same rate: Free

If the cheesecloth is specifically for laboratory filtration

Technical straining cloth for lab use may be classified in Chapter 59.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Ensure the fabric is not impregnated with chemicals that would change its classification

• Declare the fibre composition and weight accurately

• If the cheesecloth is cut to specific sizes for lab use, verify it is not considered 'made up'

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