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Classic Blue Denim Fabric from Mexico

This is a warp-faced 3-thread twill woven cotton fabric with 85% or more cotton content, weighing over 200 g/m². The warp yarns are indigo dyed blue while the weft yarns are undyed or lighter in shade, precisely matching the definition of 'denim' in subheading 5209.42. It is commonly used for manufacturing jeans and casual wear.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

18.4%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Verify fabric weight exceeds 200 g/m² and cotton content ≥85% via lab testing to confirm classification under 5209.42.00

• Provide mill test certificates documenting yarn colors, weave (3/4-thread twill), and warp-face structure to avoid reclassification

• Be aware of cotton import quotas; ensure origin complies with US note restrictions on non-WTO countries

Classic Blue Denim Fabric from Mexico — Import Duty Rate | HTS 5209.42.00