Bleached Cotton Cheesecloth for Cheese Making
Specialty bleached cheesecloth designed for cheese production, plain weave with yarn numbers 43-68, 85%+ cotton, weight 100-200 g/m². Fits HTS 5208.22.60.90 as cheesecloth (226) for draining curds without imparting fibers. Its loose weave and bleached finish ensure food safety compliance.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If printed after bleaching
Printed bleached plain weave cotton over 100 g/m² moves to 5208.42.
If imported as finished cheese straining bags
Made-up articles like bags from this fabric classify under Chapter 63 as kitchen textiles.
If unbleached and plain weave >100 g/m²
Bleaching status determines 5208.12 vs 5208.22 subheadings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Certify compliance with FDA food contact standards; provide residue test results from bleaching
• Use boiled weight for yarn number calculation per US notes to avoid under/over classification
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