Silk Cheesecloth Gauze

Fine silk gauze fabric with 90% silk content, open hexagonal weave from doup threads ideal for straining delicate foods like yogurt or cheese. Breathable and non-abrasive for culinary uses. Falls under 5803.00.90.10 for silk-dominant gauze excluding narrow fabrics.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

5608.19.10Higher: 43.5% vs 35%

If resembling knotted nettings from twine-like yarns

Heading 5804 excludes knotted nets of heading 5608 per Chapter note.

6307.90.98Lower: 24.5% vs 35%

If imported as finished household straining cloth

Made-up textile articles for household use shift to Chapter 63.

5007.90Lower: 13.9% vs 35%

If plain woven silk without gauze structure

Lacks doup thread loops required for gauze in heading 5803.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label fiber content accurately; silk waste blends must total 85%+ by weight

Ensure fabric width >30 cm to stay out of narrow fabric heading 5806

Document non-laminated state to avoid Chapter 59 exclusion

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