Stretch Blue Polyester Denim with Spandex

Blue denim fabric woven from 88% polyester staple fibers blended with 12% spandex for elasticity, used in skinny jeans. HTS 5512.19.0010 applies as polyester staple exceeds 85% by weight, qualifying as blue denim. Twill construction excludes it from plain weave definitions like poplin.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China13.6%+35.0%48.6%
🇲🇽Mexico13.6%+10.0%23.6%
🇨🇦Canada13.6%+10.0%23.6%
🇩🇪Germany13.6%+10.0%23.6%
🇯🇵Japan13.6%+10.0%23.6%

Alternative Classifications

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

5513.21.00Lower: 24.9% vs 48.6%

If mixed with cotton and polyester <85%

Polyester-cotton blends classify under heading 5513, not pure synthetic staple fabrics.

6006.42.00Lower: 45% vs 48.6%

If knitted rather than woven

Knitted or crocheted synthetic staple fabrics fall under Chapter 60, distinct from woven Chapter 55.

5211.52.00Lower: 43.1% vs 48.6%

If base is cotton with polyester <85% as filling

Cotton fabrics with synthetic staple filling shift to Chapter 52 if cotton dominant.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document exact fiber blend percentages; spandex <15% keeps it under polyester dominant classification

Ensure commercial invoices specify 'denim' to align with statistical note 225; generic 'twill' may cause delays

Test for square construction if lightweight, as it could overlap with sheeting exclusions in note (b)