Heavyweight Blue Denim Fabric for Workwear from Japan
This is a warp-faced 3-thread twill denim fabric made from yarns of different colors, with indigo-dyed warp yarns and lighter weft yarns, containing over 85% cotton and weighing 420 g/m². It qualifies under HTS 5209.42.00.80 due to its specific denim construction as defined in subheading notes and weight exceeding 360 g/m². Commonly used for durable jackets and pants in industrial settings.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
18.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify yarn color difference and twill weave via lab testing to confirm denim status; ensure weight documentation post-sizing removal as per US notes
• Watch for quantitative restrictions on cotton content if from non-WTO countries