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Multi-Color Dyed Cheesecloth

Solid shade multi-color dyed cheesecloth (not printed), plain weave 88% cotton, 125 g/m², #55 yarn. Remains HTS 5208.32.40.90 as uniform dyed plain weave cheesecloth within yarn and weight parameters.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China9.7%+37.5%47.2%
🇲🇽Mexico9.7%+10.0%19.7%
🇨🇦Canada9.7%+10.0%19.7%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5208.52.40Higher: 48.9% vs 47.2%

If color from printing, not dyeing

Printed decorative effects on cotton fabrics use 5208.52 heading.

5211.52.00Lower: 45.6% vs 47.2%

If <85% cotton blend

Lower cotton content woven dyed plain weave goes to 5211.52.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Dye lab reports distinguishing piece-dye (5208.32) from printing (5208.52)

• Multi-color OK if uniform; variegated patterns risk print classification