Dyed Cotton-Polyester Cheesecloth Grade 40 from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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