Polyester-Cotton Twill Work Pants Fabric from Japan
This dyed 3-thread twill fabric, weighing 220 g/m², contains 65% polyester staple fibers and 35% cotton, ideal for manufacturing durable work pants. It falls under HTS 5514.22.00 due to its twill weave, polyester staple fiber dominance under 85%, cotton mix, weight over 170 g/m², and dyed finish.
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
• Verify fiber content via lab tests to confirm <85% polyester staple with cotton mix; discrepancies lead to reclassification
• Provide mill certificates showing weight >170 g/m² and dyed twill weave to avoid undervaluation penalties
• Declare as greige if undyed to prevent misfiling under this dyed subheading