Lightweight Japanese Denim 10 oz
High-quality Japanese denim fabric weighing 280 g/m², 92% cotton with irregular slub yarns in warp (dyed) and weft (lighter), warp-faced twill confirming HTS 5209.42.00.60 classification for denim over 200 g/m².
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If single color yarns
Fabrics of yarns of uniform color, even twill weave, classify under other different color provisions.
If over 85% wool blended
Predominantly wool twill fabrics move to Chapter 51; cotton must dominate for Chapter 52.
If made up as rags or worn
Worn or used denim fabric pieces are classified as made up textile articles in heading 6309.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• For slub yarns, measure effective yarn number per US note nm definition using meters per kg calculation
• Request supplier affidavits on yarn color differentiation to preempt CBP challenges on denim status
• Monitor aggregate cotton import quotas if from restricted countries like India or China
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