Industrial Cheesecloth 226 Specification from Canada
Cheesecloth meeting HTS 5208.12.40.90 (226) is unbleached, plain weave cotton fabric ≥85% cotton, 100-200 g/m² with yarn number ≤42. Used in industrial straining, paint filtering, and medical applications. The specific numbering (226) refers to standardized openness for particular filtration needs.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
17%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Confirm compliance with U.S
• Note definitions for yarn number calculation (N=BYT/1000 formula)
• Ensure no chemical treatments affecting 'unbleached' status
• Prepare for CBP fabric analysis if challenged