Black Warp Denim Fabric from Japan
Heavyweight denim with sulphur black dyed warp yarns and grey weft, 92% cotton/8% elastane, 4-thread twill construction over 200 g/m². Lighter weft shade relative to dark warp satisfies denim definition. Popular for black jeans and workwear.
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
• Colorfastness test results recommended to verify warp/weft color differentiation
• Specify exact construction (3/4 thread) in commercial invoice descriptions
• Monitor greige vs finished weight differences during customs valuation