Black Dyed Cheesecloth for Herbal Straining from Japan
Black piece-dyed cheesecloth, yarn number 65, 75 g/m² weight, 88% cotton plain weave for straining herbal infusions and tinctures. Dark color prevents staining visibility in herbal processing. HTS 5208.31.60.90 classification for dyed cheesecloth specifications.
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
• Specify 'piece dyed' process to distinguish from yarn-dyed (potential 5208.41 shift)
• Measure total single yarns per cm² per US note for accurate yarn number calculation
• Ensure selvage excluded from weave analysis per Chapter 52 note (b)