Bleached Cotton Cheesecloth Grade 32 for Straining from Mexico
Grade 32 bleached cheesecloth is a plain weave cotton fabric >85% cotton, ≤100 g/m², yarn number ≤42, fitting HTS 5208.21.20.90 cheesecloth (226). Commonly used for cheese making, yogurt straining, and herbal infusions due to its fine mesh. Its low weight and open weave prevent classification in higher weight categories.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
18.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%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
Import Tips
• Label as food-contact safe if intended for culinary use; test for compliance with FDA regulations on cotton fabrics
• Include commercial invoice detailing weave type (plain), weight, and yarn count to support cheesecloth declaration
• Avoid common pitfall of misdeclaring weight—use precise g/m² measurement post-scouring as per US note formulas