Floral Printed Cheesecloth for Crafts

Floral-printed cotton cheesecloth (grade 226) with 90% cotton content, plain weave at 150 g/m², yarn number 55, ideal for DIY crafts, table runners, or cheese wrapping. Falls under HTS 5208.52.40.90 as printed plain weave fabric meeting weight and yarn criteria for cheesecloth statistical reporting. The printing adds decorative value while retaining the fabric's traditional straining weave.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China11.4%+35.0%46.4%
🇲🇽Mexico11.4%+10.0%21.4%
🇨🇦Canada11.4%+10.0%21.4%
🇩🇪Germany11.4%+10.0%21.4%
🇯🇵Japan11.4%+10.0%21.4%

Alternative Classifications

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

5208.22.40.90Lower: 43.4% vs 46.4%

If of yarns of different colors (potential denim-like)

If yarns meet denim definition (3/4-thread twill, colored warp/unbleached weft), it shifts to 5208.42 or related, per subheading notes excluding plain weave.

5211.52.00Lower: 43.1% vs 46.4%

If containing <85% cotton (e.g., 70/30 cotton-poly blend)

Blends under 85% cotton move to heading 5211 for mixed fabrics, changing the chapter structure.

6307.90Lower: 17% vs 46.4%

If cut and hemmed for retail sale as craft cloth

Cut and sewn pieces for retail become 'other made up articles' in 6307.90, not bulk woven fabric.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label fiber content accurately per FTC rules; provide weave analysis confirming plain weave (no twill combinations per US notes)

Avoid bulk packaging that mimics finished goods to stay in Chapter 52; check for certified hand-loomed status if applicable for potential duty relief

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