Poly-Cotton Denim-Like Twill Fabric from China

This woven fabric contains 80% cotton mixed with 20% polyester, weighs 180 g/m², and features yarns of different colors in a warp-faced twill weave similar to denim but not meeting the strict denim definition. It falls under HTS 5210.49.40 due to its cotton content under 85%, mixed with man-made fibers, multi-color yarns, and average yarn number 42 or lower. Primarily used for casual apparel like jeans and jackets.

Duty Rate — China → United States

45%

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
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

Verify exact fiber content via lab testing to confirm <85% cotton and man-made fiber mix; discrepancies can lead to reclassification

Calculate average yarn number using HTS formulas (e.g

N = BYT/1,000) after removing sizing, ensuring 42 or lower for this subheading

Provide weave diagrams and yarn color specs in documentation to avoid disputes over 'yarns of different colors' provision

Poly-Cotton Denim-Like Twill Fabric from China — Import Duty Rate | HTS 5210.49.40