Comfort Stretch Selvedge Denim from Japan
Selvedge denim with 98% cotton/2% elastane at 290 g/m², maintaining denim twill weave and color requirements for HTS 5209.42.00.60 classification.
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
• Elastane <15% keeps cotton heading; exact % via quantitative analysis required
• Stretch recovery test may be requested to verify minor elastic content
• Labeling must show true fiber composition for post-entry compliance