Dyed Cotton-Polyester Cheesecloth 50 Mesh 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 yarn number between 43 and 68. It is dyed evenly and specifically classified as cheesecloth due to its open mesh structure ideal for straining and filtering. The HTS 5210.31.60.90 captures its dyed plain weave construction and cheesecloth designation.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
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Import Tips
• Verify fiber content via lab test to confirm <85% cotton mixed with man-made fibers; discrepancies lead to reclassification
• Provide weave analysis and yarn number calculation per US notes using formulas like N = BYT/1,000 to avoid customs disputes
• Include end-use documentation if for food contact, as cheesecloth often requires FDA compliance certifications