Acrylic Cheesecloth Gauze from Japan
Acrylic man-made fiber gauze resembling traditional cheesecloth, with open weave from doup-crossed warp threads forming loops for straining liquids in food prep. Commonly used in culinary applications for draining curds or bundling herbs. HTS 5803.00.50.00 applies to its man-made gauze construction.
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
• Certify FDA food contact safety with supplier declarations; document exact weave to distinguish from plain cheesecloth; watch for bulk packaging that might classify as 5607 nonwovens