Bulk Bleached Cheesecloth for Straining from Japan
Bulk-packed bleached cheesecloth yards for commercial straining, plain weave, ≥85% cotton, numbers 43-68 yarn, weight max 100 g/m² HTS 5208.21.40.90. Versatile for winemaking, herbal infusions, and paint straining. Economical open-weave design.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Declare as fabric, not made-up, to stay in 5208
• Test g/m² after desizing
• Pitfall: Retail packaging may trigger 6307 classification