Food Grade Cheesecloth Fabric from Japan
Food grade cheesecloth fabric meets HTS 5208.12.60.90 with unbleached plain weave, 85%+ cotton, 100-200 g/m², yarn 43-68 as cheesecloth. Used for cheese making, yogurt straining, and herb bundles. Loose weave allows liquid passage while retaining solids per specification.
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
• Obtain food contact certification even for unbleached fabrics to meet FDA import requirements
• Specify exact grade (e.g
• #50) on entry docs matching yarn specs
• Avoid starch sizing that affects weight calculation per Chapter notes