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Food-Grade Printed Cheesecloth 226 from Canada

Food-grade printed cheesecloth grade 226 consists of plain weave cotton fabric ≥85% cotton, weighing ≤100 g/m², yarn number 42 or lower, printed for branding or patterns. Used in dairy straining and herb bundling. Classified under HTS 5208.51.40.90 for its cheesecloth grade and printed status.

Duty Rate — Canada → United States

18.1%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Include FDA prior notice for food-contact fabrics; test for migration of print inks

• Document yarn number calculation per US note formulas to substantiate ≤42 classification

• Use breathable packaging to prevent mildew; inspect for staple length compliance if raw cotton origin