Modacrylic Cheesecloth Fabric from Japan
Lightweight plain weave modacrylic staple fiber fabric (95% modacrylic), under 170 g/m² with not more than 33 ends/picks per cm², fitting cheesecloth per statistical note (d). HTS 5512.29.00.90 covers this as other woven acrylic/modacrylic fabrics. Ideal for filtration, crafts, and lightweight drapery.
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
• Specify low thread count (<33/cm²) in technical specs to qualify as cheesecloth and prevent sheeting reclassification
• For industrial uses, include end-use statements to differentiate from apparel fabrics
• Avoid napping if it alters weight specs, as statistical notes apply to napped or not