Unbleached Poly-Cotton Cheesecloth Alternative from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
52.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Confirm low pick count in lab reports to justify 'other' status; ensure food-contact compliance if applicable
• Avoid bulk packaging that mimics industrial cheesecloth under 5516.41 but declare accurately