Bleached Cheesecloth-Type Artificial Blend from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
24.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Low thread count documentation critical to avoid sheeting misclassification
• Bleaching certificates prevent confusion with unbleached or printed versions