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Food-Grade Printed Cheesecloth 226 from Japan

Food-grade printed cheesecloth 226 per HTS 5208.52.30.90 is printed plain weave cotton fabric ≥85% cotton, weighing 100-200 g/m², yarn number 42 or coarser. Meets strict porosity for straining yogurt, nut milks, or cheese without fiber migration. Prints are food-safe inks.

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 ink safety certifications with entry for food-contact validation

Use S/Z formulas for yarn number if square meters/kg data available per notes

Prevent duty hikes by confirming no prohibited country origins per US notes