Cotton Cheesecloth Grade 40
Grade 40 cotton cheesecloth is a loosely woven, plain weave fabric containing over 85% cotton, weighing approximately 120 g/m² with yarn number 80. It falls under HTS 5208.12.80.90 as unbleached cheesecloth of number 69 or higher, used for straining liquids in food processing and cheese making. The high thread count and lightweight construction match the subheading for lawns, voiles, or batistes.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If yarn number 43 or higher but under 69
Lower yarn numbers shift to subheading 5208.12.40 for plain weave unbleached cotton fabrics over 100 g/m².
If bleached
Bleaching moves the fabric to heading 5209 for bleached woven cotton fabrics meeting the same specs.
If imported as finished cheesecloth straining bags
Made-up articles like bags or filters from cheesecloth fall under Chapter 63 as other made-up textile articles.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify yarn number using HTS formula (N = BYT/1,000) after removing sizing to confirm classification under number 69+
• Obtain certificate of analysis for food-contact compliance if used in cheese or straining applications; ensure unbleached state
• Avoid misclassification as lower number fabric by providing lab test reports on weight and weave density
Related Products under HTS 5208.12.80.90
Unbleached Cotton Voile Sheer Fabric
Unbleached cotton voile is a lightweight, semi-transparent plain weave fabric with over 85% cotton content, weighing 110 g/m² and yarn number 72. Classified under HTS 5208.12.80.90 for unbleached voiles of number 69 or higher, it's ideal for curtains, blouses, and linings. The fine, crisp texture distinguishes it as voile per chapter specifications.
Grade 60 Cotton Cheesecloth Roll
Grade 60 cotton cheesecloth is an unbleached, plain weave fabric with 86% cotton, 130 g/m² weight, and yarn number 70, supplied in rolls. Under HTS 5208.12.80.90 for cheesecloth of high yarn number, it's used in medical dressings and paint straining. Loose weave allows permeability while meeting density specs.
Fine Cotton Lawn Sheeting Unbleached
Fine cotton lawn sheeting features plain weave, 88% cotton, 105 g/m², yarn number 82 unbleached. HTS 5208.12.80.90 covers such lawns of number 69+, used for bedding overlays and craft projects. The smooth, high-thread finish aligns with subheading for voiles and batistes.
Unbleached Voile Drapery Fabric
Unbleached voile drapery fabric is plain weave cotton (90%+), 140 g/m², number 69 yarn count. Fits HTS 5208.12.80.90 for unbleached voiles over 100 g/m², perfect for sheer window treatments. Transparency and weight meet exact subheading parameters.
Cotton Batiste Handkerchief Fabric
Cotton batiste for handkerchiefs is unbleached plain weave, 85% cotton, 125 g/m², number 85. Under HTS 5208.12.80.90 as batiste of high number, suited for fine personal accessories. Delicate weave and specs comply fully.
Grade 90 Cheesecloth Filtering Mesh
Grade 90 cheesecloth is unbleached cotton mesh, 150 g/m², number 90+, plain weave >85% cotton. HTS 5208.12.80.90 for cheesecloth; used in lab filtering. High openness factor key.