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Vintage Wash Denim Base Fabric from Japan

Pre-washed denim fabric at 250 g/m² for vintage look, 87% cotton twill with dyed warp and grey weft, qualifying as denim under HTS 5209.42.00.60 despite processing.

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

• Washing doesn't change classification if weave and yarn specs maintained; document pre-wash weight

• Use square meters per kg method from US notes for accurate density calculation