Bleached Cheesecloth-Type Artificial Blend from Germany
Lightweight 100 gsm plain weave with <=33 ends/picks per sq cm, <85% artificial staple mixed with filament yarns, bleached finish. Classifies in HTS 5516.21.00 matching cheesecloth note (d) specs. Used for filtration or crafts.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Low thread count documentation critical to avoid sheeting misclassification
• Bleaching certificates prevent confusion with unbleached or printed versions