Cheesecloth-Style Wool-Mixed Synthetic Gauze

Open plain weave synthetic staple fabric with 39% wool, under 170 g/m², ≤33 ends/picks per cm², akin to cheesecloth but wool-mixed. HTS 5515.99.0510 covers it as other not-combed woven with ≥36% wool. Used for medical wraps or filters.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China25%+35.0%60%
🇲🇽Mexico25%+10.0%35%
🇨🇦Canada25%+10.0%35%
🇩🇪Germany25%+10.0%35%
🇯🇵Japan25%+10.0%35%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5515.99Same rate: 60%

If less than 36% wool content

Sub-36% wool stays in 5515 but different percentage breakout.

3005.90.10.00Lower: 10% vs 60%

If impregnated for medical use

Dressings or medicated textiles go to Chapter 30 pharmaceuticals.

3921.90.11.00Lower: 39.2% vs 60%

If similar openness but plastic construction

Non-textile plastic sheets mimic gauze in Chapter 39.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Test pick count to distinguish from pure cheesecloth exclusions; ensure hygiene certs for gauze-like uses

Declare accurately to avoid 55.13 unbleached classification

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Wool-Blend Synthetic Poplin Fabric

This plain weave poplin fabric is made from synthetic staple fibers mixed with over 36% wool, weighing under 170 g/m², not of square construction, and not combed. It falls under HTS 5515.99.0510 due to its synthetic staple fiber base blended mainly with wool, classified as 'other woven fabrics' excluding specific types like sheeting or printcloth. Commonly used for lightweight apparel linings.

Synthetic-Wool Broadcloth Suiting Material

A fine plain weave broadcloth from synthetic staple fibers containing 40% wool, not combed, used for suiting. Classified in 5515.99.0510 as other woven synthetic staple fabrics mixed mainly with wool, meeting poplin/broadcloth specs without napping or square construction. Ideal for tailored garments.

Lightweight Wool-Synthetic Printcloth Alternative

This woven fabric blends synthetic staples with 38% wool, plain weave under 170 g/m², designed for printing but not strictly printcloth due to wool content and construction. It qualifies for HTS 5515.99.0510 as other non-combed synthetic woven mixed with wool exceeding 36%. Used in custom apparel printing.

Non-Square Wool-Mixed Sheeting Fabric

Plain weave synthetic staple fabric with 45% wool, over 170 g/m², not square construction, excluding sheeting definitions. Falls under 5515.99.0510 for other woven, not combed, wool-heavy mixes. Suited for upholstery or heavy linings.

Synthetic Staple Wool-Blend Dress Lining

Woven fabric of synthetic staple fibers with 37% fine animal hair (wool), plain weave, not combed, for dress linings. HTS 5515.99.0510 applies as other woven synthetic staples mixed mainly with wool, not fitting excluded types like cheesecloth. Provides structure and warmth.

Heavyweight Wool-Synthetic Blend Curtain Fabric

This not-combed woven fabric combines synthetic staples (55%) with 42% wool, plain weave over 170 g/m², not square or multiple yarns. Classified in 5515.99.0510 as other synthetic woven with high wool content. Durable for home curtain applications.