Medical Grade Voile Cheesecloth from Japan
Sterilizable dyed voile cheesecloth blend of <85% synthetic staple with mainly cotton, <170 g/m², open weave meeting cheesecloth note (d). Used in wound dressings and surgical drapes for its breathable, low-lint properties. Dyed in subtle medical hues for hygiene identification.
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
• Include biocompatibility certs and weave specs; medical end-use may trigger FDA alongside CBP review
• Specify 'for medical use' in docs but classify by fiber/weave, not end-use
• Ensure lint-free testing to support cheesecloth openness claim