Printed Cotton Twill Work Pants Fabric from Japan
This heavy printed cotton twill fabric, weighing over 200 g/m², is used for manufacturing durable work pants and uniforms. It falls under HTS 5212.25.60.60 as a woven cotton fabric in twill weave, printed, not denim, and classified as 'other' due to its weight and specific statistical suffix. The printing adds decorative patterns suitable for branded apparel.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify fabric weight exceeds 200 g/m² with lab testing to confirm classification and avoid reclassification to lighter subheadings
• Provide detailed weave analysis (twill confirmation) and printing process documentation to prevent disputes over 'printed' status
• Ensure supplier certificates for yarn number average per US note (b) to support 'other' woven fabric claims