Bleached Cheesecloth Grade 60 from Japan
A lightweight dyed plain weave cotton fabric containing 85% or more cotton, weighing under 100 g/m² with yarn number 43-68, specifically classified as cheesecloth. Used primarily for straining liquids in food preparation and cheese making due to its open weave structure. Meets HTS 5208.31.60.90 criteria for dyed cheesecloth.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
19.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify yarn number (43-68) and weight (<100 g/m²) via lab testing to confirm cheesecloth classification
• Provide mill test certificate confirming 85%+ cotton content and dyeing process for CBP review
• Avoid misclassification as uncolored cheesecloth (5208.21.60.90); ensure dyeing documentation