Dyed Cotton-Polyester Cheesecloth Grade 40

This cheesecloth is a lightweight plain weave fabric with less than 85% cotton mixed mainly with polyester, weighing under 200 g/m², and dyed for color. It has a yarn number of 42 or lower, classifying it under HTS 5210.31.40.90 as cheesecloth (226). Commonly used for straining and filtering in food preparation.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China10%+35.0%45%
🇲🇽Mexico10%+10.0%20%
🇨🇦Canada10%+10.0%20%
🇩🇪Germany10%+10.0%20%
🇯🇵Japan10%+10.0%20%

Alternative Classifications

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

5208.32.40Lower: 44.7% vs 45%

If 85% or more cotton content

Higher cotton percentage shifts to heading 5208 for fabrics with 85%+ cotton, even if mixed slightly.

5210.11.40Lower: 25.9% vs 45%

If unbleached or bleached, not dyed

Bleaching/dyeing status determines subheading; undyed versions fall under 5210.11 for plain weave.

6002.90Lower: 18% vs 45%

If knitted rather than woven

Knitted cotton blend fabrics classify under Chapter 60, not woven fabrics of Chapter 52.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify fiber content via lab test to confirm <85% cotton mixed with man-made fibers; provide certificates for customs

Ensure weight documentation shows ≤200 g/m² and plain weave structure with yarn number ≤42

Avoid misclassification as 100% cotton by detailing man-made fiber blend on invoices

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