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Bleached Fine Mesh Cotton Cheesecloth #42 from Mexico

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 — Mexico → United States

18.4%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico

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)