Acrylic Cheesecloth Gauze
Acrylic man-made fibre gauze resembling traditional cheesecloth, with an open weave from doup-crossed warp threads forming loops for straining liquids in food preparation. This synthetic gauze is imported in rolls for culinary applications and falls under heading 5803.
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 gauze is cut into finished cleaning or straining cloths
Made-up textile articles are classified in Chapter 63.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• If the gauze is cut into squares for retail sale, it may be considered made up and fall in Chapter 63
• Ensure the acrylic fibre is not blended with cotton in a way that changes the predominant fibre classification
• Confirm the fabric is not coated or impregnated for food contact
Related Products under Tariff item 5803.00.00
Abaca Manila Gauze Sheeting
Abaca (Manila hemp) gauze sheets with an open weave doup construction for packaging or filtration. The fabric is made exclusively of vegetable fibre other than cotton. This product is classified under tariff item 5803.00.00 as gauze of vegetable fibres.
Acrylic Artist Canvas Gauze
Acrylic fibre gauze primed for stretching as artist canvas, featuring the open weave with doup loops for paint absorption and texture. This man-made fibre gauze is imported in rolls for use by painters and falls under heading 5803 as synthetic gauze.
Acrylic Insect Screen Gauze
Durable acrylic gauze for window screens, with a weather-resistant open weave and doup loops that block insects while allowing airflow. This man-made fibre gauze is imported in rolls for screen manufacturing and falls under heading 5803 as synthetic gauze.
Alpaca Wool Gauze for Curtains
Sheer alpaca wool gauze fabric with an open weave structure created by doup threads, used for lightweight window treatments. The fabric provides soft light filtration while retaining wool's natural insulating properties. This product is classified under tariff item 5803.00.00 as gauze of fine animal hair.
Alpaca Wool Gauze Upholstery for Headboards
Alpaca wool gauze upholstery for headboards is a delicate fabric under 140 g/m² with the required gauze weave structure of doup threads. Made of fine animal hair, it is used for luxury upholstery and falls under tariff item 5803.00.00.
Angora Rabbit Hair Gauze
Luxurious angora (rabbit hair) gauze featuring the required warp and crossing doup threads per the chapter note for heading 5803. This airy, delicate fabric is used for premium blouses and shawls. It is classified under tariff item 5803.00.00 as gauze of fine animal hair.