Heavyweight Poly-Cotton Twill Work Pants Fabric from Japan
This dyed woven fabric contains 65% cotton and 35% polyester, weighs 280 g/m², and features a 3-thread twill weave. It is designed for durable work pants and uniforms, classified under HTS 5211.32.00 due to its cotton content below 85%, man-made fiber mix, weight over 200 g/m², and specific twill structure.
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 fiber composition via lab testing to confirm <85% cotton and man-made dominance for Chapter 52 classification
• Provide weave structure documentation (e.g
• 3-thread twill certification) and weight certificates to avoid misclassification
• Watch for quota restrictions on cotton blends; ensure dyeing is uniform and post-weaving