Branded Printed Cheesecloth for Homebrewing from Japan
Branded printed cheesecloth squares/rolls for homebrewing, 88% cotton, plain weave 130 g/m², yarn number 52, with printed brewing instructions. HTS 5208.52.40.90 due to printing on qualifying cheesecloth specs. Open weave perfect for nut milks, beer fining, and straining.
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
• Ensure printing doesn't alter weave classification; provide grammage (Z') tests after boiling off sizing
• Bundle in consumer rolls carefully to avoid 'made up' reclassification; verify cotton staple not subject to US note quotas