Culinary Cheesecloth 50/50 Blend

50% cotton / 50% polyester staple cheesecloth, unbleached, ≤33 ends/picks per cm², <170 g/m² for cheese straining and canning. Precise HTS 5513.19.0040 classification per cheesecloth definition.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China14.9%+35.0%49.9%
🇲🇽Mexico14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇨🇦Canada14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇩🇪Germany14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇯🇵Japan14.9%+10.0%24.9%

Alternative Classifications

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

4602.90.00.00Lower: 38.5% vs 49.9%

If plaited or basketry-style weave

Plaited synthetic-cotton cheesecloth may classify as plaiting materials.

5911.90.00Lower: 38.8% vs 49.9%

If treated for industrial filtering

Functionally treated filter fabrics use Chapter 59 textile articles.

4823.70.00Lower: 35% vs 49.9%

If sold in pre-cut retail packs >0.5kg

Retail-packed paper-like textiles may fall under Chapter 48 if thin enough.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide end/pick count lab reports matching statistical note (d) ≤33 per cm²

Ensure food-grade certification if marketed for culinary use post-import

Avoid bulk packaging resembling made-up articles to prevent Chapter 63 shift

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