Bleached Cotton-Poly Twill Work Pants Fabric from Japan
This heavy twill weave fabric, weighing 250 g/m², contains 80% cotton mixed with 20% polyester man-made fibers and is bleached for a clean finish. It falls under HTS 5211.20.29.40 as a bleached, twill weave cotton fabric with less than 85% cotton content, over 200 g/m², not specifically denim. Commonly used for durable workwear like pants and uniforms.
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
• Verify exact cotton percentage via lab testing as required for Chapter 52; must be under 85% to qualify
• Provide bleaching certification and weight documentation (gsm) to avoid reclassification to lighter fabrics