Cheesecloth (226)
Woven fabrics of cotton, containing 85 percent or more by weight of cotton, weighing not more than 200 g/m²: > Unbleached: > Plain weave, weighing not more than 100 g/m²: > Of numbers 43 to 68 > Cheesecloth (226)
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Products classified under HTS 5208.11.40.90
Grade 40 Cheesecloth Fabric
Grade 40 cheesecloth is a loosely woven, unbleached cotton fabric containing 85% or more cotton, weighing under 100 g/m² with yarn number 43 to 68, specifically classified as cheesecloth (226). It is used for straining liquids in food preparation and cheese making due to its fine mesh structure. The plain weave and low weight match the exact criteria of HTS 5208.11.40.90.
Grade 50 Cheesecloth Roll
Unbleached Grade 50 cheesecloth roll features plain weave cotton fabric with 85%+ cotton content, under 100 g/m², and yarn numbers 43-68, fitting the cheesecloth (226) subheading. Ideal for bulk packaging in food processing and crafts. Its specific openness and weight qualify it precisely under this HTS code.
Medical Grade Cheesecloth Gauze
Unbleached medical cheesecloth gauze is a plain weave cotton fabric over 85% cotton, ≤100 g/m² with yarn #43-68, designated as cheesecloth (226). Used in surgical dressings and filtration due to its absorbent, open weave. Meets HTS criteria for unprocessed, low-weight cotton cheesecloth.
Food Straining Cheesecloth Sheet
Unbleached cheesecloth sheets for food straining are plain weave, 85%+ cotton fabrics under 100 g/m² with yarn numbers 43-68, as cheesecloth (226). Perfect for nut milks, yogurt cheese, and herbal infusions. The raw, unfinished state and specs align with HTS 5208.11.40.90.
Artisan Cheese Making Muslin
Unbleached artisan muslin cheesecloth is a Grade 60 plain weave cotton fabric, 85%+ cotton, <100 g/m², yarn #43-68, under cheesecloth (226). Employed by cheesemakers for draining curds gently. Its loose weave and tariff-spec metrics confirm HTS 5208.11.40.90 placement.
Brewing and Winemaking Filter Cloth
Unbleached cheesecloth for brewing filters is plain weave cotton (85%+), ≤100 g/m², yarn 43-68, cheesecloth (226). Filters fruit mashes and hop pellets in craft beverages. Exact match to HTS unbleached low-weight cotton weave parameters.
Organic Cotton Cheesecloth Bulk
Bulk unbleached organic cotton cheesecloth meets 85%+ cotton, plain weave, <100 g/m², yarn #43-68 as cheesecloth (226). Sourced for natural food processing without chemicals. Organic status doesn't alter woven fabric HTS classification.
Grade 90 Fine Cheesecloth
Grade 90 fine cheesecloth is unbleached, plain weave 100% cotton fabric under 100 g/m² with yarn numbers 43-68, cheesecloth (226). Used for delicate straining in cosmetics and fine foods. Falls squarely under HTS 5208.11.40.90 specs.
Unbleached Utility Cheesecloth
Utility grade unbleached cheesecloth provides plain weave cotton 85%+, <100 g/m², #43-68 yarn as cheesecloth (226). Versatile for painting, staining wood, and general straining. Matches all HTS criteria for low-weight unbleached cotton.
Heavy Grade 22 Cheesecloth
Grade 22 heavy cheesecloth is unbleached plain weave, 85%+ cotton, ≤100 g/m², yarn 43-68, cheesecloth (226). Suited for robust filtering in manufacturing. Its parameters fit HTS 5208.11.40.90 precisely.