Bleached Fine Mesh Cotton Cheesecloth #42 from Germany
Fine mesh bleached cheesecloth with yarn number 42, plain weave, >85% cotton, <100 g/m², precisely under HTS 5208.21.20.90 cheesecloth (226). Used in cosmetics for straining emulsions and in arts for doll making. Low density weave defines its tariff placement.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Ensure declaration specifies 'cheesecloth (226)' to match statistical suffix; generic 'cotton cloth' risks exam
• For bulk rolls, provide linear meters per kg to aid yarn number calculation per US note (nm basis)