Printed Cotton Cheesecloth Grade 40 from China
This printed cotton cheesecloth is a plain weave fabric containing over 85% cotton, weighing under 100 g/m² with yarn numbers 43 to 68, specifically classified as cheesecloth. The printing adds decorative patterns while maintaining its loose open weave ideal for straining and filtering. It falls under HTS 5208.51.60.90 due to its precise material composition, weight, weave, and cheesecloth designation.
Duty Rate — China → United States
48.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify yarn number averages 43-68 using official formulas from Chapter 52 notes to avoid reclassification
• Provide lab tests confirming >85% cotton content and weight <100 g/m²; retain printing process documentation
• Check for quantitative restrictions on cotton imports and ensure origin certificates for non-WTO countries