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Heavy Blue Rigid Denim for Work Pants from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• 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