Heavyweight Indigo Denim for Jackets
A 12 oz (about 400 g/m²) denim fabric with 70% cotton, 28% polyester, 2% spandex, featuring classic 3-thread broken twill weave where indigo-dyed warp contrasts with lighter grey weft. Complies precisely with HTS 5211.42.00 denim definition for mixed-fiber, heavy fabrics of different colored yarns. Ideal for denim jackets, vests, and workwear.
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If other color combinations
Non-denim specific twills or different color patterns use other 5211.4 codes without strict denim weave specs.
If predominantly man-made fibers
>=85% MMF content moves to Chapter 54 woven MMF fabrics.
If imported as finished garments
Completed apparel like jackets classifies under Chapter 62, not greige fabric.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document exact yarn colors (warp indigo, weft lighter shade) with dye lot certificates to prove 'yarns of different colors' requirement
• Confirm gram weight via ASTM D3776 testing; must exceed 200 g/m² after removing sizing
• Beware quota implications if cotton staple length triggers Chapter 52 quantitative restrictions
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