Organic Cotton Poly Denim

Sustainable denim fabric certified organic cotton (70%) blended with recycled polyester (30%), 350 g/m², 4-thread twill satisfying all HTS 5211.42.00 denim criteria including yarn color differentiation and weight. For eco-friendly apparel brands.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8.1%+35.0%43.1%
🇲🇽Mexico8.1%+10.0%18.1%
🇨🇦Canada8.1%+10.0%18.1%
🇩🇪Germany8.1%+10.0%18.1%
🇯🇵Japan8.1%+10.0%18.1%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5212.22Lower: 17.8% vs 43.1%

If lighter weight versions

≤200 g/m² organic blends use 5212 lightweight classifications.

4823.90Lower: 10% vs 43.1%

If paper yarn inclusion

Blends with paper components shift to Chapter 48 mixtures.

6204.62Lower: 26.6% vs 43.1%

If dress manufacture

Garments from organic denim classify by apparel construction.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include organic certification (GOTS/SKAL) but classify by fiber content, not organic status

Test recycled polyester content meets ASTM standards for tariff fiber declaration

Avoid '100% organic' labeling that contradicts <85% cotton classification

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