Dyed Cotton Cheesecloth
This is a lightweight plain weave fabric weighing under 170 g/m², with no more than 33 warp ends and filling picks per cm², dyed in various colours. Despite its name, it is made from artificial staple fibres, not cotton. It is classified under tariff item 5516.92.00 as a dyed woven fabric of artificial staple fibres.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the fabric is unbleached or bleached
Unbleached or bleached cheesecloth of artificial staple fibres is classified under a different subheading.
If the fabric is printed rather than dyed
Printed cheesecloth falls under a separate subheading within the same heading.
If the fabric is actually made of cotton rather than artificial fibres
True cotton cheesecloth is classified in Chapter 52, which covers cotton woven fabrics.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Clarify the fibre content on all documentation, as the term 'cheesecloth' may mislead inspectors into expecting cotton
• Provide a fibre analysis certificate to confirm the artificial staple fibre composition
• Verify the thread count does not exceed 33 per cm², as higher counts may lead to reclassification
Related Products under Tariff item 5516.92.00
Acrylic Staple Fiber Printcloth (615)
A dyed plain weave printcloth from acrylic artificial staple fibres, under 170 g/m² with square construction and yarn numbers between 43 and 68. It meets the specific printcloth criteria for this tariff item.
Apparel Lining Printcloth (615)
A narrow dyed printcloth (under 168 cm width) from polyester staple fibres, used for garment linings. It meets the printcloth specifications of plain weave, under 170 g/m², and square construction with over 33 singles yarns per cm².
Dyed Acetate Batiste Fabric
This is a fine, lightweight plain weave batiste fabric made from acetate staple fibres, dyed for use in dress shirts and linings. It weighs under 170 g/m² and has a soft, smooth texture characteristic of batiste. It is classified under tariff item 5516.92.00 as a dyed woven fabric of artificial staple fibres.
Dyed Acetate Staple Poplin Curtain Material
Dyed plain weave poplin from acetate staple fibers for curtains, non-square per note (a), classified under tariff item 5516.92.00. Light-filtering properties for window treatments.
Dyed Acetate Voile Curtain Fabric
This is a sheer dyed voile fabric made from acetate staple fibres, designed for lightweight curtains. It weighs less than 170 g/m² and features a transparent, airy weave typical of voile. It is classified under tariff item 5516.92.00 as a dyed woven fabric of artificial staple fibres.
Dyed Acrylic Poplin Shirt Fabric
A dyed plain weave broadcloth fabric from acrylic staple fibers, designed for men's shirts, fitting poplin definition under chapter 55 note (a) with non-square weave and specified weight. Classified under tariff item 5516.92.00.