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%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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