Stretch Blue Polyester Denim with Spandex from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
13.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• 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)