Bleached Cotton Cheesecloth Grade 40
This is a bleached plain weave cotton cheesecloth with an average yarn number of 42 or lower, weighing between 100 and 200 g/m², and containing at least 85% cotton by weight. It meets the specific definition for cheesecloth under HTS 5208.22.40.90 due to its coarse weave structure ideal for straining and filtering. Commonly used in food processing and medical applications for its high absorbency and low lint properties.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If unbleached
Unbleached plain weave cheesecloth of similar specs falls under the unbleached subheading in the same chapter.
If meeting denim definition with colored warp and lighter weft
Fabrics qualifying as 'denim' per subheading note shift to heading 5209 regardless of weight or bleach status.
If certified hand-loomed and exported as such
Hand-loomed fabrics per U.S. note for 5208/5209 get special classification under Chapter 63 as made-up articles.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify exact weight per m² and yarn number via lab testing to confirm classification; ensure bleaching process documentation for customs
• Provide certificates of cotton content exceeding 85% to avoid reclassification
• Watch for quantitative restrictions on cotton fabrics from non-WTO countries
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Grade 226 Bleached Cheesecloth Roll
Grade 226 bleached cheesecloth is a heavy-duty, plain weave cotton fabric with yarn number 42 or lower, weighing over 100 g/m² up to 200 g/m², and 85%+ cotton content. Classified under 5208.22.40.90 specifically as 'Cheesecloth (226)' for its standardized coarse construction used in straining cheese, paint, and medical supplies. The bleaching ensures purity for sanitary applications.
Industrial Bleached Cotton Cheesecloth 120 g/m²
Industrial-grade bleached cheesecloth featuring plain weave, 85%+ cotton, 120 g/m² weight, and average yarn number 42 or lower. It fits HTS 5208.22.40.90 as cheesecloth due to its open weave for filtration in manufacturing and brewing. Bleaching provides whiteness and removes impurities for hygienic use.
Medical Grade Bleached Cheesecloth 150 g/m²
Medical-grade bleached cheesecloth is a plain weave cotton fabric, 85%+ cotton, 150 g/m², yarn number 42 or lower, precisely matching HTS 5208.22.40.90 cheesecloth criteria. Used for wound dressings and surgical drapes due to its breathability and sterility post-bleaching. The coarse weave prevents sticking while allowing drainage.
Brewery Bleached Cheesecloth Filter Fabric
Bleached cheesecloth designed for brewery straining, plain weave with yarn number 42 or lower, 85%+ cotton, weighing 110-180 g/m². Classifies under HTS 5208.22.40.90 as cheesecloth (226) for its filtration weave structure. Bleaching ensures no flavor contamination in beer production.
Food Processing Bleached Cheesecloth 42s Yarn
Bleached plain weave cheesecloth using 42s yarn number cotton, 85%+ cotton content, 130 g/m² weight, fitting HTS 5208.22.40.90 precisely. Ideal for straining yogurt, juices, and nuts in food processing due to its open structure and purity. The '226' designation refers to standardized cheesecloth specs.
Paint Straining Bleached Cotton Cheesecloth
Heavy bleached cheesecloth for paint straining, plain weave, yarn number 42 or lower, 85%+ cotton, 140 g/m², under HTS 5208.22.40.90 cheesecloth (226). Its coarse grid traps impurities without shedding fibers into paint. Bleaching whitens for visibility of contaminants.