Stretch Blue Polyester Denim with Spandex from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
13.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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)