Polyester Cheesecloth for Cheese Making from Germany
Specialized open-weave cheesecloth from polyester staple fibers (≥85%), under 170 g/m² and ≤33 threads/cm² per note (d), used for wrapping and straining in cheese production. Durable, reusable alternative to cotton for food-safe straining. Common in artisanal dairy processing.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
13.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain food-contact certifications (e.g
• FDA compliant) for cheese/dairy import clearance
• Document low thread count precisely to match cheesecloth definition and avoid 'other' duties
• Beware of pre-washed claims; unprocessed greige fabric stays in 55xx, finished in 55xx