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Printed Cotton Twill for Workwear

Printed 100% cotton twill fabric weighing 230 g/m², designed for work pants and jackets with camouflage or branded patterns. HTS 5209.59.00 applies as it's printed, over 85% cotton, >200 g/m², and not denim (lacks specific 3/4-thread twill with color contrast). The twill weave offers durability for apparel.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8.4%+35.0%43.4%
🇲🇽Mexico8.4%+10.0%18.4%
🇨🇦Canada8.4%+10.0%18.4%
🇩🇪Germany8.4%+10.0%18.4%
🇯🇵Japan8.4%+10.0%18.4%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5209.42.00Same rate: 43.4%

If meeting denim definition

Fabrics with 3/4-thread twill, warp one color, weft lighter/unbleached qualify as denim under 5209.42.

6203.42Lower: 26.6% vs 43.4%

If made up into men's trousers

Completed garments from this fabric classify as apparel in Chapter 62, not raw fabric.

5210.21Lower: 22.5% vs 43.4%

If plain weave and unbleached

Unprinted, plain woven versions under 200 g/m² shift to lighter fabric headings like 5210.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Conduct fiber content analysis to prove ≥85% cotton; blends risk reclassification during CBP exam

Include weave diagrams showing it's not 'denim' per subheading note to prevent shift to 5209.42

Package in rolls with clear weight markings to facilitate quick customs verification

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