Dyed Poly-Cotton Cheesecloth Alternative from Japan
Open plain weave dyed fabric with 60% polyester staple and 40% cotton, 120 gsm, ≤33 threads per sq cm. Though resembling cheesecloth, <85% artificial mix with cotton places it in HTS 5516.42.00 for dyed woven fabrics. Used in medical and industrial wiping.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Confirm low thread count (<33/cm) in specs; sterilize if medical end-use
• Common issue: Confusing with 100% cotton cheesecloth under 5208.12