Printed Cotton-Mixed Cheesecloth Fabric from Canada
This is a plain weave printed cheesecloth fabric weighing less than 170 g/m² with not more than 33 warp ends and filling picks per square centimeter, containing under 85% artificial staple fibers mixed mainly with cotton. It matches the statistical definition of cheesecloth in Chapter 55 and is classified under 5516.44.0040 due to its printed finish and specific yarn construction. Commonly used for filtration, crafts, or lightweight packaging.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
18.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Verify fabric weight and thread count to confirm cheesecloth definition; provide lab tests for fiber content mix; ensure printing is post-weave to avoid Chapter 59 classification