Custom Printed Medical Cheesecloth from Japan
Custom-printed cheesecloth for medical use contains 90% cotton in plain weave under 100 g/m², yarn numbers 43-68, designated as cheesecloth (226). Printing includes size gradations and sterilization indicators. Meets HTS 5208.51.60.90 for printed low-weight cotton cheesecloth.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
21.4%
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
• For medical imports, comply with FDA 21 CFR labeling even on fabric stage; include sterilization certs
• Document that printing is surface-applied, not integral dyeing, to maintain printed classification
• Test for excessive sizing removal via boiling to get true fabric weight per tariff notes