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Polychrome Polyester Cheesecloth Alternative from Germany

Low-density plain weave polyester fabric under 170g/m² with ≤33 ends/picks per cm, using yarns of different colors. Functions similarly to traditional cheesecloth but in vibrant colors for crafts. Fits 5512.19.00.05 as 90% polyester staple with multi-color exclusion qualifiers.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

13.6%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty

Import Tips

Count warp/filling precisely; exceeding 33/cm shifts away from cheesecloth statistical note

Specify low-density weave in docs to match statistical definitions

Avoid packaging as food-grade unless certified, as polyester may not qualify