Industrial Polyester Cheesecloth Filter from Mexico
Unbleached polyester staple cheesecloth (≥85%) with plain weave ≤33 threads/cm² under 170 g/m², classified HTS 5512.11.0040. Employed in manufacturing for paint straining and liquid filtration.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
22%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Industrial end-use doesn't change fabric HTS—classify by construction specs
• Bulk rolls common; ensure no folding/cabling in yarns per chapter exclusions