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Food Grade Bleached Poly-Cotton Cheesecloth Grade 50 from Japan

Food-safe bleached cheesecloth with 65% cotton/35% polyester, plain weave grade 50 (yarn ≤42), 150 g/m², for straining yogurt, cheese, and juices. Meets HTS 5210.21.40.90 cheesecloth specs with mixed fibers for reusability and strength. Open weave allows liquid passage while retaining solids.

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

Provide food contact compliance certs (e.g

FDA 21 CFR); declare as food-grade in entry

Confirm bleaching process uses food-safe agents to avoid rejection

Food Grade Bleached Poly-Cotton Cheesecloth Grade 50 from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 5210.21.40.90