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%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
• 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