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Synthetic Cheesecloth Fabric from Japan

Lightweight plain weave polyester fabric under 170 g/m² with ≤33 ends/picks per cm, used for straining and crafts. Meets 5512.99.00.90 as other high-synthetic staple woven fabric fitting cheesecloth definition. Versatile for food processing and packaging.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Measure ends/picks precisely; exceeding 33/cm reclassifies out of cheesecloth

• Label as 'woven synthetic staple cheesecloth' with exact g/m² to prevent undervaluation claims