5208.51.60.90 - Cheesecloth (226)

This HTS classification covers printed woven fabrics of cotton, specifically those weighing not more than 100 g/m² and of a plain weave construction. These fabrics are further characterized by containing 85 percent or more by weight of cotton and falling under the broader category of printed woven cotton fabrics weighing not more than 200 g/m². The key differentiating factors for this subcategory are its plain weave structure and a specific weight limit per square meter, which distinguishes it from other fabric types within the printed woven cotton category.

Within this specific classification, "cheesecloth" refers to a loosely woven, plain-weave fabric characterized by its open structure and low weight, typically used for a variety of purposes including culinary applications (straining, cooking), medical uses (bandages, wound dressing), and craft projects. This designation distinguishes it from other plain-weave, printed cotton fabrics at the same level, such as poplin/broadcloth, sheeting, and printcloth, which generally possess tighter weaves, different textural characteristics, or are intended for different end-uses where a more robust weave is required.

As this is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, the classification is definitive for printed, plain-weave, lightweight cotton fabrics that fit the description of cheesecloth, differentiating it from other specific types of woven cotton fabrics at this level based on weave structure, weight, and intended application.