Dyed Grade 40 Cheesecloth
This is a dyed, plain weave cotton cheesecloth with yarn number 43-68, weighing over 100 g/m² but not more than 200 g/m², containing 85% or more cotton. It meets the specific 'Cheesecloth (226)' classification under HTS 5208.32.40.90 due to its Grade 40 thread count and weight characteristics as defined in Chapter 52 notes for woven cotton fabrics.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If weighing 100 g/m² or less
Cheesecloth under 100 g/m² shifts to the lighter weight subheading within the same plain weave dyed category.
If 3-thread or 4-thread twill weave of different colored yarns meeting denim definition
Denim-specific twill fabrics (warp one color, weft lighter/shaded) fall under 5208.42 per subheading note, not plain weave.
If certified hand-loomed by government authority
Hand-loomed cotton fabrics get special classification under 5209 per US note, regardless of power loom production.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify average yarn number using Chapter 52 formula (e.g
• N = BYT/1,000) after removing sizing to confirm 43-68 range
• Provide lab test reports certifying >=85% cotton content and exact weight per m² to avoid reclassification
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Grade 55 Dyed Cheesecloth for Crafts
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Eco-Dyed Organic Cheesecloth
Organic cotton cheesecloth with eco-friendly dyes, plain weave >=85%, 130 g/m², #60 yarn number calculated per US formulas. Classifies HTS 5208.32.40.90 as standard dyed cheesecloth; organic cert doesn't alter tariff.
High-Tensile Dyed Cheesecloth
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Standard Dyed 120g Cheesecloth
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