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Cheesecloth-Type Synthetic Filament Mix from Germany

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 — Germany → United States

12%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

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