Weighing not more than 360 g/m² (225)
Woven fabrics of cotton, containing 85 percent or more by weight of cotton, weighing more than 200 g/m²: > Of yarns of different colors: > Denim > Blue denim: > Weighing not more than 360 g/m² (225)
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Products classified under HTS 5209.42.00.20
Blue Denim Fabric for Jeans
This is a warp-faced blue denim fabric made from yarns of different colors, with indigo-dyed warp yarns and lighter weft yarns, weighing 320 g/m² and containing over 85% cotton. It meets the precise definition of 'denim' under subheading 5209.42 as a 3-thread twill weave with the specified color characteristics. Primarily used in manufacturing blue jeans and casual pants.
Indigo Blue Denim Twill 12 oz
A classic 12 oz (approximately 340 g/m²) blue denim fabric featuring 4-thread broken twill weave, 100% cotton, warp yarns dyed deep indigo blue and weft yarns in lighter grey shade. Qualifies under HTS 5209.42.00.20 due to its weight under 360 g/m² and adherence to official denim criteria in subheading notes. Ideal for workwear pants and jackets.
Stretch Blue Denim Fabric 10 oz
Lightweight 10 oz (280 g/m²) blue denim with minimal spandex blend but still >85% cotton, 3-thread twill, indigo warp and bleached weft yarns. Falls under 5209.42.00.20 for its denim structure, weight, and high cotton content per HTS hierarchy. Used in slim-fit jeans and fashion bottoms.
Rigid Blue Denim 14 oz Selvedge
Heavy 14 oz (375 g/m² but adjusted post-sizing to 350 g/m²) rigid blue denim with selvedge edges, 100% cotton, classic warp-faced twill meeting exact subheading note definition for denim. Classified in 5209.42.00.20 due to weight ≤360 g/m² after processing and color yarn specs. Premium choice for heritage jeans.
Vintage Wash Blue Denim Base Cloth
Unwashed greige blue denim fabric at 300 g/m², 88% cotton, designed for vintage wash processing, with dyed warp and grey weft yarns in 4-thread twill. Meets HTS 5209.42.00.20 criteria for blue denim weighing not more than 360 g/m². Base material for distressed jeans and shirting.
Japanese Selvedge Blue Denim 11 oz
Authentic Japanese shuttle-loomed blue denim at 11 oz (310 g/m²), 100% cotton, narrow selvedge, indigo warp with natural weft for authentic fade potential. Precisely fits 5209.42.00.20 as blue denim under 360 g/m² with required twill and color yarn definition. Favored for high-end raw denim jeans.
Organic Cotton Blue Denim 13 oz
GOTS-certified organic cotton blue denim weighing 13 oz (360 g/m² max), 3-thread twill, >85% organic cotton yarns of different colors per denim note. Classifies under HTS 5209.42.00.20 for weight and structure. Used in sustainable fashion jeans and bags.
Cone Denim Blue Fabric 9 oz
Lightweight 9 oz (250 g/m²) Cone Mills-style blue denim reproduction, 100% cotton ring-spun yarns, warp indigo, weft lighter shade twill. Meets all 5209.42.00.20 parameters including weight limit and subheading denim definition. For lightweight chinos and shirting.
Raw Blue Denim Twill 12.5 oz
Raw unsanforized blue denim at 12.5 oz (355 g/m²), 100% cotton, 4x1 twill with classic color yarn setup per denim notes. Fits HTS 5209.42.00.20 perfectly under 360 g/m² limit. Preferred for shrink-to-fit jeans.
Bull Denim Blue 10 oz
Durable 10 oz (290 g/m²) bull denim variant in blue, robust 3-thread twill, 90% cotton, yarns of different colors meeting precise denim criteria. Classified 5209.42.00.20 for weight and HTS description. For upholstery and heavy apparel.
Left Hand Twill Blue Denim 11.5 oz
Specialty left-hand twill blue denim 11.5 oz (325 g/m²), 100% cotton, reverse slant weave with indigo warp/lighter weft. Still qualifies as 'broken twill' denim under 5209.42.00.20 notes and weight limit. For unique fading jeans.
Overdyed Blue Denim Base 8 oz
Light 8 oz (240 g/m²) blue denim base for overdying, 87% cotton, standard twill yarns of different colors per definition. HTS 5209.42.00.20 due to blue denim specs and low weight. For garment-dye programs.
Heavy Blue Jeans Denim 15 oz (Pre-Shrink)
15 oz pre-shrunk equivalent (340 g/m² imported), blue denim 4-thread twill, 100% cotton with spec color yarns. Adjusted weight qualifies 5209.42.00.20 denim criteria. For extra-durable jeans.
Faded Look Blue Denim 10.5 oz
10.5 oz (295 g/m²) blue denim with factory faded warp effect, still meeting undyed weft/lighter shade denim def, >85% cotton twill. HTS 5209.42.00.20 confirmed. For broken-in jeans appearance.
Standard Blue Denim Roll 320 gsm
Commercial standard 320 g/m² blue denim rolls, 3/1 twill, 92% cotton, classic denim yarns per note. Direct fit for HTS 5209.42.00.20 weight and description. Mill stock for mass apparel production.