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Bleached Cheesecloth Grade 60 from Germany

A lightweight dyed plain weave cotton fabric containing 85% or more cotton, weighing under 100 g/m² with yarn number 43-68, specifically classified as cheesecloth. Used primarily for straining liquids in food preparation and cheese making due to its open weave structure. Meets HTS 5208.31.60.90 criteria for dyed cheesecloth.

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

Verify yarn number (43-68) and weight (<100 g/m²) via lab testing to confirm cheesecloth classification

Provide mill test certificate confirming 85%+ cotton content and dyeing process for CBP review

Avoid misclassification as uncolored cheesecloth (5208.21.60.90); ensure dyeing documentation