Cheesecloth Straining Cloth

Open-weave cheesecloth from polyester-viscose staple blend, under 170 g/m² with ≤33 picks/cm², used for cheese making, canning, and liquid straining. Precisely fits HTS 5515.11.0030 cheesecloth definition excluding higher density or heavier variants.

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.

5515.91.00Lower: 47% vs 49.9%

If mixed with wool or fine animal hair

Animal fiber mixes go to 5515.91 subheading.

5608.19Lower: 15% vs 49.9%

If made into narrow woven fabrics <30cm wide

Narrow width fabrics classify under Chapter 56 knotted or woven types.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include food-grade certification if for culinary use to speed FDA clearance

Document low density precisely; over 33 picks risks printcloth misclassification

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