Bleached Polyester Cheesecloth from Germany
Bleached plain weave 100% polyester staple fiber fabric, 120 gsm, with 30 warp ends and picks per sq cm, qualifying as cheesecloth per note (d). Used for filtration or crafts. Under 5512.91.00 for bleached, high-synthetic staple woven fabrics.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
14.9%
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
• Confirm low thread count (≤33 ends/picks) in technical specs to maintain cheesecloth status
• Test for gsm under 170 to avoid heavier fabric reclassification
• Provide end-use declaration if for industrial filtration to prevent consumer goods scrutiny