Medical Grade Bleached Cheesecloth 150 g/m² from Japan
Medical-grade bleached cheesecloth is a plain weave cotton fabric, 85%+ cotton, 150 g/m², yarn number 42 or lower, precisely matching HTS 5208.22.40.90 cheesecloth criteria. Used for wound dressings and surgical drapes due to its breathability and sterility post-bleaching. The coarse weave prevents sticking while allowing drainage.
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
• Obtain FDA compliance docs if for medical use and note on commercial invoice
• Test for excessive sizing removal per U.S. notes before weight measurement
• Declare intended end-use to prevent reclassification as apparel material