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Black Dyed Polyester-Cotton Cheesecloth Alternative

A lightweight open plain weave fabric dyed black, composed of polyester staple fibres mixed with cotton, with polyester content below 85% by weight. The fabric weighs 120 g/m², making it suitable for crafts and light filtration applications. It qualifies under this tariff item as a dyed plain weave fabric of polyester staple fibres mixed mainly with cotton, not exceeding 170 g/m².

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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5513.11.00Same rate: Free

If the fabric is unbleached or not dyed

Unbleached plain weave polyester-cotton fabrics fall under a different tariff item.

5514.21.00Same rate: Free

If the fabric weight exceeds 170 g/m²

Heavier dyed plain weave polyester-cotton fabrics are classified under a different heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Ensure the fabric's weight is accurately declared and does not exceed 170 g/m² to qualify for this tariff item

• Provide a detailed fibre composition breakdown to confirm polyester staple content is below 85% by weight

• Keep commercial invoices and test reports ready for CBSA verification

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