Bleached Polyester-Cotton Denim-Like Fabric from Japan
230 g/m² twill fabric mimicking denim, 75% polyester staple/25% cotton, bleached base. Fits HTS 5514.19.10.90 for other heavy unbleached/bleached polyester-cotton wovens. Used for casual jackets and pants.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Differentiate from true denim (100% cotton in 5211) via fiber analysis
• Bleach level docs prevent shift to printed subheadings
• Industrial vs apparel end-use; declare accordingly