Culinary Cheesecloth Strainer from Mexico
Food-grade synthetic staple cheesecloth in rolls for straining cheese, yogurt, and stocks; plain weave meeting ≤33 threads/cm². HTS 5515.99.90.30 cheesecloth despite culinary use, based on weave/weight. FDA compliant for direct food contact.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
18.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• FDA prior notice required for food contact textiles
• Certify food-safe dyes/finishes
• Avoid cotton blends (Ch. 52) for easier cleaning claims