Cheesecloth-Type Synthetic Filament Mix from China
Lightweight plain weave fabric of synthetic staple fibers mixed with man-made filaments, resembling cheesecloth per statistical note (d) with not more than 33 ends/picks per cm and under 170 g/m². HTS 5515.91.00.90 for other woven mixes. Common in food packaging and crafts.
Duty Rate — China → United States
49.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Certify low density weave count via photos and specs; note food-contact compliance if applicable
• Pitfall: High filament content pushing to 5407
• Watch for napping affecting weight claims