White-Printed Cheesecloth for Straining from Japan
Lightly printed cheesecloth (70/30 cotton/polyester) with plain weave, yarn 42, 140 g/m², ideal for yogurt straining or paint straining. HTS 5210.51.40.90 applies to this printed, low-number cheesecloth mixed fabric. Blend resists tearing better than pure cotton.
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
• Test for average yarn number using Chapter 52 formula (N=BYT/1,000); fractions disregarded
• Separate from higher number fabrics; misclassification to 5210.51.60 risks higher duties
• Include commercial invoice detailing print process to distinguish from dyed