Polyester Filament Cheesecloth Alternative from Mexico
Loose plain weave fabric resembling cheesecloth, polyester staple with man-made filaments, under 170 g/m² and ≤33 ends/picks per cm². Classifies under 5515.12.00 for filament-mixed staple fibers, used in filtration or crafts. Matches statistical note (d) loosely but staple base.
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
• Measure ends/picks precisely to confirm cheesecloth-like but filament mix
• Industrial use docs prevent retail textile reclass