Modacrylic Cheesecloth Filter Media
A lightweight plain weave cheesecloth fabric made from modacrylic staple fibres mixed solely with polyester filaments, weighing 170 g/m² or less with low thread density. It falls under tariff item 5515.21.00, which covers woven fabrics of modacrylic staple fibres mixed mainly or solely with man-made filaments.
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
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the fabric is specifically designed for filtering and has a technical function
Technical textiles for filtering may be classified in Chapter 59 as textile products for technical uses.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the fabric meets the cheesecloth definition (lightweight, open weave) to avoid classification as a different fabric type
• Provide a fibre composition certificate confirming modacrylic staple and polyester filament content
• If the fabric is used for filtering, check if it qualifies as a technical textile under Chapter 59
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