Acrylic Cheesecloth Substitute
Lightweight plain weave acrylic fabric mimicking cheesecloth but exceeding 33 ends/picks per cm or weight limits in note (d), thus 'other' under 5515.29.00.90. Used in filtration or crafts, not qualifying as true cheesecloth.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If of polyester, ≤33 ends/picks per cm
Polyester low-density plain weaves may fit cheesecloth-like under 5515.12.
If narrow woven fabrics <30cm wide
Narrow-woven staple fiber fabrics classify in 5608.
If textile products for technical uses like filtration
Specialized industrial textiles shift to Chapter 59.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document thread count <33/cm to prevent cheesecloth misclassification if applicable
• For industrial use, specify end-use in entry to avoid consumer goods scrutiny
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