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Industrial Dyed Cheesecloth Roll 40s Yarn from Japan

Dyed cheesecloth in roll form with 40s yarn count (number 42 or lower), 75% cotton/25% viscose blend, weighing 150 g/m² in plain weave. Classified under HTS 5210.31.40.90 for its low-weight, mixed-fiber cheesecloth characteristics. Used in manufacturing for straining paints and chemicals.

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

• Calculate average yarn number per US note formulas (e.g

• N=BYT/1,000) and include in entry docs

• Declare as bulk rolls vs retail cuts to avoid set packaging classifications

• Ensure no excessive sizing; boil test weight if challenged by customs