Polyester-Wool Cheesecloth Interlining from Japan
Lightweight cheesecloth weave of polyester staple with 37% wool for garment interlinings. HTS 5515.13.05 applies due to polyester base and wool threshold; fits cheesecloth as plain weave under 170g/m² with ≤33 ends/picks per cm².
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Measure ends/picks precisely to stay within cheesecloth limits per statistical note (d)
• Declare intended use as interlining but classify by fiber/weave, not end-use
• Avoid bulk packaging misdeclared as retail; use commercial invoices with specs