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Culinary Cheesecloth Synthetic-Cotton from Japan

Dyed cheesecloth specifically for culinary straining, woven from <85% synthetic staples mixed mainly with cotton, under 170 g/m², open weave ≤33 threads/cm² per note (d). Its loose structure allows liquid passage while retaining solids, ideal for cheese making and jams. Machine-dyed for food-safe color consistency.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

14.9%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty

Import Tips

Certify food-contact compliance (FDA standards) alongside HTS weave docs to avoid food safety holds

Document exact thread count; denser weaves risk reclass to voiles without cheesecloth openness

Use non-reactive dyes; customs may test for migration in food-grade imports