Sandwashed Denim Greige from Germany
Greige sandwashed denim fabric 12 oz, 72% cotton/28% rayon, 3-thread twill meeting HTS 5211.42.00 denim definition despite light mechanical washing. Maintains yarn color contrast and heavy weight.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Minor sandwashing doesn't trigger finished fabric classification
• Retain pre-wash weight records showing >200 g/m² compliance
• Avoid chemical bleaching that would require 5211.5 classification