Heavyweight Blue Denim Cheesecloth Alternative from Canada
This acrylic staple blue denim fabric mimics cheesecloth structure with ≤33 ends/picks per cm but exceeds 170 g/m², disqualifying from note (d); still 88% acrylic. Under HTS 5512.29.0010 for denim-specific classification. Suited for filtration and lightweight industrial uses despite weight.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
22%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Measure thread count precisely (≤33/cm) and note weight exemption from cheesecloth to justify classification
• Label as 'denim' only if color matches (225); generic blue may go to broader categories