36s Bleached Cotton Muslin Cheesecloth from China
Bleached plain weave cotton muslin with yarn number 36, over 85% cotton, weight ≤100 g/m², classified HTS 5208.21.20. Used as cheesecloth, straining fabric, and medical gauze base. Loose weave allows liquid passage while retaining solids.
Duty Rate — China → United States
45.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• For food contact uses, ensure FDA-compliant bleaching agents and provide certificates
• Measure linear meters per kg (Y) accurately for low-density cheesecloth yarns
• Avoid classifying as Chapter 30 wadding if density too low for medical use