Modacrylic Cheesecloth from Japan
Lightweight plain weave modacrylic staple fiber fabric under 170 g/m² with not more than 33 ends/picks per cm², fitting cheesecloth per statistical note (d). Classified in HTS 5512.29.00 as 'Other' woven fabric with 85%+ modacrylic content. Ideal for filtration and crafts.
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 ends/picks) to confirm cheesecloth and avoid poplin mislabeling
• Include flame-retardant certification if marketed for safety applications
• Check for napping, as it doesn't affect classification but impacts declarations