Poly-Cotton Denim Work Pants Fabric from Japan
This plain weave fabric contains 80% cotton mixed with 20% polyester, weighs 280 g/m², and features yarns of different colors in a classic twill pattern adapted for plain weave classification. It falls under HTS 5211.41.00 due to its cotton content below 85%, man-made fiber mix, weight over 200 g/m², and multi-color yarns in plain weave. Commonly used for durable workwear like pants and jackets.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify exact fiber content via lab testing to confirm <85% cotton; provide weave structure documentation; watch for misclassification as 100% cotton under 5209 if blend exceeds threshold