Bleached Cotton Cheesecloth 120 Thread Count from Japan
This bleached cotton cheesecloth features a plain weave with yarn number 80, weighing 130 g/m², containing over 85% cotton. It is classified under HTS 5208.22.80.90 due to its high yarn number (69 or above), weight over 100 g/m², and bleached finish, specifically as cheesecloth. Commonly used for straining liquids in food preparation and cheese making.
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
• Verify yarn number using HTS formula (e.g
• N = BYT/1,000) and confirm >69 to avoid reclassification to lower subheadings
• Provide lab test reports certifying >85% cotton content and bleached finish; common pitfall is mislabeling unbleached as bleached
• For food contact use, include FDA compliance docs; check origin quotas if applicable under Chapter 52 notes