Modacrylic-Lambswool Cheesecloth Fabric
Lightweight plain weave cheesecloth made from modacrylic staple fibres with 36% lambswool, not combed, weighing under 170 g/m² with fewer than 33 ends and picks per cm². The modacrylic component predominates by weight, so the fabric is classified under tariff item 5515.22.00 as a woven fabric of synthetic staple fibres mixed mainly 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 |
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 used for technical purposes, such as filtering
Technical textiles for industrial use are classified in Chapter 59.
If the lambswool content exceeds 50% by weight
The fabric would then be classified as a woven fabric of wool.
If the fabric is mixed with fibres other than wool or fine animal hair
Other synthetic staple fibre blends fall under the residual subheading of heading 55.15.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• For low-density fabrics like cheesecloth, be ready to provide technical specifications showing the thread count and weight per square metre
• If the fabric is imported for filtering or industrial use, verify whether it meets the definition of 'made up' under Section XI Note 7
• Consider whether the end use might qualify for a different tariff treatment under a free trade agreement
Related Products under Tariff item 5515.22.00
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This is a plain weave fabric made from acrylic staple fibers blended with 39% alpaca fine hair, suitable for outerwear. It falls under tariff item 5515.22.00 because it is a woven fabric of synthetic staple fibres mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair.
Acrylic-Alpaca Wool Broadcloth
A broadcloth-style plain weave fabric not of square construction, made mainly of acrylic staple fibres with alpaca fine hair, weighing over 170 g/m² with a yarn number above 26. This fabric is popular for scarves and similar accessories, and it falls under the 'mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair' category.
Acrylic-Angora Blend Lightweight Cheesecloth
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Acrylic-Cashmere Blend Broadcloth
This is a non-square plain weave broadcloth made from acrylic staple fibers with 42% cashmere, not combed, over 170 g/m² with yarn number above 26. It falls under tariff item 5515.22.00 because it is a woven fabric of synthetic staple fibres mixed mainly or solely with fine animal hair.
Acrylic Fine Hair Broadcloth
This is a broadcloth fabric made from acrylic staple fibers with 45% fine hair, not combed, and heavier weight. It is classified under tariff item 5515.22.00 because it is a woven fabric of synthetic staple fibres mixed mainly or solely with fine animal hair.
Acrylic-Merino Wool Printcloth
This is a plain weave printcloth made from acrylic staple fibers and 45% merino wool, weighing 150 g/m² with an average yarn count of 50 and over 33 singles per cm², under 168 cm width. It is classified under tariff item 5515.22.00 because it is a woven fabric of synthetic staple fibres mixed mainly or solely with wool.