Dyed Cheesecloth for Crafts from Japan
Vibrant dyed 90 count cheesecloth, 78% cotton/22% polyester, plain weave 140 g/m². Under HTS 5210.31.80.90 as cheesecloth number 69+, mixed fibers dyed plain weave. Popular for DIY crafts, bundling, and culinary uses.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Colorfastness tests for dyed fabrics; fading claims lead to audits
• Specify end-use as cheesecloth; apparel claims risk 62xx reclass
• Quotas irrelevant here but monitor cotton content sourcing per US notes