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White-Printed Cheesecloth for Straining from Mexico

Lightly printed cheesecloth (70/30 cotton/polyester) with plain weave, yarn 42, 140 g/m², ideal for yogurt straining or paint straining. HTS 5210.51.40.90 applies to this printed, low-number cheesecloth mixed fabric. Blend resists tearing better than pure cotton.

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

• Test for average yarn number using Chapter 52 formula (N=BYT/1,000); fractions disregarded

• Separate from higher number fabrics; misclassification to 5210.51.60 risks higher duties

• Include commercial invoice detailing print process to distinguish from dyed