Dyed Cotton-Polyester Cheesecloth Grade 40 from Japan
This cheesecloth is a lightweight plain weave fabric with less than 85% cotton mixed mainly with polyester, weighing under 200 g/m², and dyed for color. It has a yarn number of 42 or lower, classifying it under HTS 5210.31.40.90 as cheesecloth (226). Commonly used for straining and filtering in food preparation.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content via lab test to confirm <85% cotton mixed with man-made fibers; provide certificates for customs
• Ensure weight documentation shows ≤200 g/m² and plain weave structure with yarn number ≤42
• Avoid misclassification as 100% cotton by detailing man-made fiber blend on invoices