Modacrylic Cheesecloth Fabric from Japan
Lightweight plain weave modacrylic staple fabric ≤170 g/m², ≤33 ends/picks per cm². Meets cheesecloth definition in statistical notes, under HTS 5515.29.00 as 'other'. Applied in straining, medical wipes, and crafts.
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
• Prove low density (≤33 ends/picks/cm²) with microscope weave analysis if challenged
• Sterile variants need FDA docs; declare as non-medical to avoid extra scrutiny