Unbleached Poly-Cotton Cheesecloth Alternative

Unbleached plain weave fabric blending 60% polyester staple with 40% cotton, 140 gsm, exactly 32 ends and picks per cm, open construction. Classified in HTS 5516.41.00.90 as other unbleached mix <85% artificial with cotton; low density excludes true cheesecloth per statistical notes (>33 excluded). Ideal for straining or crafts.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China14.9%+35.0%49.9%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico14.9%+10.0%24.9%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada14.9%+10.0%24.9%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany14.9%+10.0%24.9%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan14.9%+10.0%24.9%

Alternative Classifications

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

5516.41.00Same rate: 49.9%

If meets exact cheesecloth specs

Statistical note-compliant cheesecloth has dedicated breakout.

5007.10.60Lower: 38.9% vs 49.9%

If silk-cotton blend instead

Silk staple mixes fall under Chapter 50 woven silk fabrics.

5608.19.10Lower: 43.5% vs 49.9%

If made into knotted netting

Processed into nets or raschel for industrial use shifts to Chapter 56.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Confirm low pick count in lab reports to justify 'other' status; ensure food-contact compliance if applicable

β€’ Avoid bulk packaging that mimics industrial cheesecloth under 5516.41 but declare accurately

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