Polychrome Polyester Cheesecloth Alternative from Japan
Low-density plain weave polyester fabric under 170g/m² with ≤33 ends/picks per cm, using yarns of different colors. Functions similarly to traditional cheesecloth but in vibrant colors for crafts. Fits 5512.19.00.05 as 90% polyester staple with multi-color exclusion qualifiers.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
13.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Count warp/filling precisely; exceeding 33/cm shifts away from cheesecloth statistical note
• Specify low-density weave in docs to match statistical definitions
• Avoid packaging as food-grade unless certified, as polyester may not qualify