Polyester Cheesecloth for Cheese Making from Japan
Specialized open-weave cheesecloth from polyester staple fibers (≥85%), under 170 g/m² and ≤33 threads/cm² per note (d), used for wrapping and straining in cheese production. Durable, reusable alternative to cotton for food-safe straining. Common in artisanal dairy processing.
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
• Obtain food-contact certifications (e.g
• FDA compliant) for cheese/dairy import clearance
• Document low thread count precisely to match cheesecloth definition and avoid 'other' duties
• Beware of pre-washed claims; unprocessed greige fabric stays in 55xx, finished in 55xx