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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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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