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Modacrylic Cheesecloth from Mexico

Lightweight plain weave modacrylic staple fiber fabric under 170 g/m² with not more than 33 ends/picks per cm², fitting cheesecloth per statistical note (d). Classified in HTS 5512.29.00 as 'Other' woven fabric with 85%+ modacrylic content. Ideal for filtration and crafts.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

22%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Document low density (≤33 ends/picks) to confirm cheesecloth and avoid poplin mislabeling

• Include flame-retardant certification if marketed for safety applications

• Check for napping, as it doesn't affect classification but impacts declarations