Heavy Blue Rigid Denim for Work Pants
Rigid (non-stretch) blue denim fabric at 430 g/m² from 100% cotton, 4-thread twill with indigo warp and unbleached weft yarns of different colors. Classifies under 5209.42.00.40 for exceeding weight limit and matching denim specs in HTS notes. Suited for industrial work pants and reinforced apparel.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If plain woven, not twill
Plain weave unbleached cotton fabrics >200 g/m² classify under 5210.21, as denim mandates twill weave.
If imported as finished men's trousers
Garments made from this denim become apparel in Chapter 62, not fabric in Chapter 52.
If of one color throughout
Solid color (not different color yarns) twill cotton >200 g/m² uses 5209.41 subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Use square meter per kg (S) formula for yarn number verification if linear meters unavailable
• Label bolts with exact weight, weave type, and cotton content to speed CBP examination
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