Human Hair Straining Cloth for Oil Filtration from Japan
Specialized straining cloth made from human hair, used in oil presses for fine filtration due to its natural resilience and filtering properties. Explicitly included in HTS 5911.40.01.00 for filtering cloth of human hair in oil presses or similar applications. Ideal for high-precision oil extraction where synthetic alternatives fail.
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
• Include lab certification authenticating human hair composition to support classification
• Ensure end-use declaration specifies oil press application to prevent reclassification
• Watch for customs scrutiny on hair origin and ethical sourcing documentation