Medical Grade Polyester Cheesecloth Gauze from China
Sterilizable polyester cheesecloth (≥85% staple fibers) with open weave ≤33 threads/cm², under 170 g/m² per note (d), for wound dressings and surgical straining. Provides breathable, non-stick layer in medical kits. HTS 5512.19.0035 specific.
Duty Rate — China → United States
51.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• FDA registration required for medical end-use; fabric alone may need 510(k) if claimed sterile
• Avoid 'gauze' labeling if not cotton; synthetics stay textile classification
• Bulk rolls classify fabric; cut squares as Chapter 30 if medicated