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Sandwashed Denim Greige from Japan

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 — 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

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