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Brushed Napped Denim-Like Cotton Workwear Fabric from Japan

This durable fabric exceeds 200 g/m², comprises over 85% cotton with yarns of different colors in a cross twill weave, and has a napped finish for added warmth and softness. It fits HTS 5209.43.0050 as 'other' napped 3- or 4-thread twill fabrics beyond standard denim definitions.

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

• Measure average yarn number per US note formulas to ensure compliance if challenged on fabric metrics

• Avoid common pitfall of incorrect weight declaration; use post-scouring weight after removing sizing

• Prepare for CBP inspection by having weave diagrams confirming 3- or 4-thread twill structure