Brewer's Cheesecloth Mesh from Japan
Brewer's cheesecloth mesh is classified under HTS 5208.12.60.90 as unbleached plain weave cotton cheesecloth (226) with >85% cotton, >100 g/m², yarn numbers 43-68. Essential for hop straining and grain bag liners in brewing. Open structure matches regulatory weave definition.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include brewing industry end-use statement to support fabric classification over apparel
• Test weave density; too tight may classify as general cheesecloth alternative
• Bulk import only; retail packaged shifts to Chapter 63