Lightweight Poly-Cotton Cheesecloth Substitute
An unbleached plain weave fabric blending 75% cotton with 25% polyester staple fibres, weighing 120 g/m². It is used as a cheesecloth alternative with a weave density exceeding 33 picks per cm. It falls under this tariff item as an unbleached woven fabric of synthetic staple fibres mixed mainly with cotton, under 170 g/m².
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 |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the fabric is a plain weave of polyester staple fibres mixed with cotton, not meeting cheesecloth criteria.
Unbleached plain weave polyester-cotton fabrics under 170 g/m² are classified under 5513.11.00.
If the fabric is woven with yarns of different colours.
Fabrics of yarns of different colours are classified separately from unbleached fabrics.
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's weave density is accurately measured, as cheesecloth has specific criteria
• If the fabric meets cheesecloth definitions, it may be classified under a different subheading
• Provide technical datasheets with thread counts for customs
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