Industrial Polyester Cheesecloth Filter from Japan
Unbleached polyester staple cheesecloth (≥85%) with plain weave ≤33 threads/cm² under 170 g/m², classified HTS 5512.11.0040. Employed in manufacturing for paint straining and liquid filtration.
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
• Industrial end-use doesn't change fabric HTS—classify by construction specs
• Bulk rolls common; ensure no folding/cabling in yarns per chapter exclusions