Cheesecloth in Bulk Wholesale — Grade 90, 36 Sq Ft, 100% Unbleached Cotton
Grade 90 Cheesecloth in Bulk — 36 Sq Ft, Unbleached Cotton, Wholesale Pricing
Most cheesecloth on the market is lower-grade — open weave, low thread count, single-use. Grade 90 is the highest quality available: 44×36 stitches per square inch, ultra-fine mesh, lint-free, and durable enough to wash and reuse dozens of times. Whether you're buying cheesecloth in bulk for a commercial kitchen, food production operation, restaurant supply, or high-volume home use — this is the grade that professionals reach for.
Each unit is 36 square feet of 100% unbleached cotton cheesecloth. No dyes, no bleach, no chemical residues — safe for direct food contact. Bulk wholesale pricing down to $3.49 each at 300 units. Ships in 1 business day from our California warehouse.
What You're Ordering
Dozens of Uses — One Grade That Handles Them All
Grade 90 cheesecloth handles the full range of culinary and food production tasks. The tight weave means you never have to fold it multiple times for fine filtration — one layer is enough for most applications.
Who Buys Cheesecloth in Bulk
Why Grade 90 — Not the Cheap Stuff
Cheesecloth grades range from 10 to 90. Most cheesecloth sold in grocery stores and big-box retailers is Grade 40 or lower — open weave, coarse mesh, prone to tearing, often single-use. Grade 90 is a fundamentally different product:
How to Clean and Reuse Your Cheesecloth
Grade 90 cheesecloth is built to be reused. Proper cleaning extends its life significantly — many users get 10+ uses from a single piece. The key is cleaning promptly after use before residue sets.
Common Questions About Bulk Cheesecloth
What is Grade 90 cheesecloth and why does it matter?
Cheesecloth is graded by thread count and weave density — the higher the grade, the tighter the weave. Grade 90 has 44×36 stitches per square inch, making it the finest and most durable grade available. It filters more finely than lower grades, requires only a single layer for most tasks, holds up to repeated washing, and leaves no lint on food. For any serious food production or culinary use, Grade 90 is the right choice.
Is this cheesecloth food safe?
Yes. This cheesecloth is 100% unbleached cotton — no dyes, no bleach, no chemical finishing agents. It is lint-free, allergen-free (for non-cotton allergies), and safe for direct food contact. Unbleached cotton does not leach residues into food or liquid, making it the preferred choice for professional kitchens and food producers.
How many times can I reuse Grade 90 cheesecloth?
With proper care, most users get 5–10 uses or more from a single piece. The key is rinsing immediately after use in cold water (never hot — it sets proteins), then washing with mild detergent and air drying completely before storing. Replace when straining effectiveness decreases or when odors persist after washing.
How much cheesecloth do I need to buy?
Each unit is 36 square feet — enough for most culinary tasks. For commercial kitchens and food production operations buying cheesecloth in bulk, our wholesale tiers start at 5 units ($8.49 each) and run to 300 units ($3.49 each). The more you buy, the lower the per-unit cost. Free shipping on orders over $200 to the continental US.
Can I cut this cheesecloth to a specific size?
Yes — cut with sharp scissors to any size you need. Grade 90's tighter weave holds together better at cut edges than lower-grade cheesecloth, which frays more easily. Cut into small squares for spice bags, medium pieces for straining, or leave as-is for large-format uses like basting poultry or draining large batches of yogurt.
What's the difference between bleached and unbleached cheesecloth?
Bleached cheesecloth has been treated with chlorine or other bleaching agents to whiten the fabric. Those chemical residues can remain in the cloth and leach into food — particularly into acidic or fatty foods like cheese, stock, or nut milk. Unbleached cheesecloth has no chemical treatment and is the safe choice for direct food contact. It's also more eco-friendly — no chlorine release into water during production.
Do I need to wash new cheesecloth before using it?
Yes — wash before first use. A quick rinse in warm water with mild detergent removes any dust or packaging residue and softens the fabric slightly for easier handling. Rinse thoroughly and air dry before using with food.
How fast does this ship?
In-stock orders ship in 1 business day from our California warehouse. Free shipping on orders over $200 to the continental US. For very large wholesale cheesecloth orders, contact us for freight options.