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Bleached Cotton Cheesecloth Grade 40 from Japan

A lightweight bleached plain weave cotton fabric with yarn number between 43 and 68, weighing under 100 g/m², specifically classified as cheesecloth (226). It is 85% or more cotton by weight, used for straining liquids in food preparation and cheese making. The open weave structure allows easy passage of liquids while retaining solids.

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

• Verify yarn number (43-68) and weight under 100 g/m² via lab testing to confirm classification

• Provide bleaching certification and fiber content documentation

• Avoid misclassification as unbleached under 5208.11 by ensuring proper bleaching process records