Modacrylic Cheesecloth Fabric

Lightweight plain weave modacrylic staple fiber fabric (95% modacrylic), under 170 g/m² with not more than 33 ends/picks per cm², fitting cheesecloth per statistical note (d). HTS 5512.29.00.90 covers this as other woven acrylic/modacrylic fabrics. Ideal for filtration, crafts, and lightweight drapery.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China12%+35.0%47%
🇲🇽Mexico12%+10.0%22%
🇨🇦Canada12%+10.0%22%
🇩🇪Germany12%+10.0%22%
🇯🇵Japan12%+10.0%22%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5608.19.10Lower: 43.5% vs 47%

If made into narrow nonwoven cheesecloth-like material

Nonwovens, including cheesecloth types, are classified in Chapter 56, not as woven fabrics.

5911.90.00Lower: 38.8% vs 47%

If for industrial filtration or straining uses

Textile products for technical uses like filtration shift to Chapter 59 textile articles.

5513.21.00Lower: 24.9% vs 47%

If containing 85%+ polyester staple fibers

Similar weave but polyester composition moves to polyester-specific subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify low thread count (<33/cm²) in technical specs to qualify as cheesecloth and prevent sheeting reclassification

For industrial uses, include end-use statements to differentiate from apparel fabrics

Avoid napping if it alters weight specs, as statistical notes apply to napped or not