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White Printed Cheesecloth Roll Grade 50 from Japan

Grade 50 cheesecloth in roll form has subtle white-on-white printing on high-cotton content plain weave fabric weighing not more than 100 g/m². Yarn numbers fall between 43 and 68, qualifying it as cheesecloth per HTS specifications. Used widely in food processing, medical bandaging, and filtration applications.

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 commercial invoice specifying 'cheesecloth grade 50' and exact yarn number measurements

Avoid common pitfall of mismeasuring after sizing; boil test per US notes for accurate weight

For food-grade imports, add FDA prior notice and ensure printing inks meet food contact standards