Modacrylic Cheesecloth Fabric from Mexico
Lightweight plain weave modacrylic staple fabric ≤170 g/m², ≤33 ends/picks per cm². Meets cheesecloth definition in statistical notes, under HTS 5515.29.00 as 'other'. Applied in straining, medical wipes, and crafts.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Prove low density (≤33 ends/picks/cm²) with microscope weave analysis if challenged
• Sterile variants need FDA docs; declare as non-medical to avoid extra scrutiny