Food-Grade Printed Cheesecloth 226 from Japan
Food-grade printed cheesecloth grade 226 consists of plain weave cotton fabric ≥85% cotton, weighing ≤100 g/m², yarn number 42 or lower, printed for branding or patterns. Used in dairy straining and herb bundling. Classified under HTS 5208.51.40.90 for its cheesecloth grade and printed status.
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
• Include FDA prior notice for food-contact fabrics; test for migration of print inks
• Document yarn number calculation per US note formulas to substantiate ≤42 classification
• Use breathable packaging to prevent mildew; inspect for staple length compliance if raw cotton origin