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Medical Grade Bleached Cheesecloth 150 g/m² from Germany

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.

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

Obtain FDA compliance docs if for medical use and note on commercial invoice

Test for excessive sizing removal per U.S. notes before weight measurement

Declare intended end-use to prevent reclassification as apparel material