Polyester-Wool Cheesecloth Interlining
Lightweight cheesecloth interlining woven from polyester staple fibres with 37% wool, featuring an open plain weave under 170 g/m². The plain weave and low density qualify it as cheesecloth, and the wool blend places it under tariff item 5515.13.00 for polyester staple fabrics mixed with wool.
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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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the wool content is below the threshold for 'mainly or solely' with wool
Fabrics with lower wool content may fall under other polyester staple fibre blends.
If the fabric is made of cotton instead of polyester
Cheesecloth of cotton is classified in Chapter 52.
If the fabric is impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with plastics
Textile fabrics treated with plastics are classified in Chapter 59.
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
• Verify the fabric weight is under 170 g/m² and the weave density meets cheesecloth specifications to avoid misclassification
• Provide a laboratory analysis of fibre content if requested by CBSA
• Ensure the fabric is not impregnated or coated, as that would shift classification to Chapter 59
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