Dyed Poly-Cotton Cheesecloth-Style Filter Fabric from Japan
Lightweight dyed open plain weave fabric 120 g/m², 75% polyester staple mixed with 25% cotton, >33 threads/cm but not true cheesecloth. HTS 5513.29.00.90 for other dyed synthetic staple-cotton blends ≤170 g/m². Used in food filtration and crafts.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Test for FDA compliance if food-contact intended; blends need specific certifications
• Provide weight certificates – easy to mismeasure lightweight opens
• Avoid set packaging with tools, as that could classify as a set under other chapters