Fine Polyester Single Yarn for Cheesecloth from Japan
Light single yarn <=33 ends/picks per cm, for cheesecloth per Chapter 55 notes, 60/1 Ne polyester staple. HTS 5509.21.00.00 for single synthetic staple yarn >=85% polyester.
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
• Document low density (<=33/cm) to match cheesecloth fabric specs
• Ensure g/m² <170 for statistical note alignment
• Avoid napping claims that could affect fabric classification later