Cotton-Polyester Twill Denim Fabric from Japan
A durable twill weave fabric exceeding 170 g/m², dyed, composed of 65% cotton and 35% polyester staple fibers. It falls under HTS 5514.29.0040 due to its synthetic staple fiber content below 85%, mixed mainly with cotton, twill weave, and weight specification. Commonly used for heavy-duty apparel like jackets.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%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 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content via lab testing to confirm <85% synthetic staple mixed mainly with cotton; mislabeling leads to reclassification
• Provide mill certificates and weight specs (gsm) in documentation to avoid customs holds
• Ensure dye fastness tests for color bleeding issues common in polyester-cotton blends