Food Grade Cheesecloth #226 Unbleached Blend from Japan
Unbleached plain weave cheesecloth #226 with 80% cotton and 20% viscose, yarn number 45-65, 140 g/m², designed for culinary straining. Classified in HTS 5210.11.60.90 due to <85% cotton, specified cheesecloth weave, and weight limits. Meets standards for yogurt and cheese production.
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
• Secure food-grade certifications pre-entry; document plain weave exclusivity per US note (b)
• Pitfall: entering as certified hand-loomed without government cert