Vintage-Style Poly-Cotton Selvedge Denim from China
A premium 3-thread twill denim with selvedge edges, blending polyester staple fibers mainly with cotton, over 170 g/m², and yarns of contrasting colors for authentic denim appearance. Falls under HTS 5514.30.32.15 as 'other denim' per the denim definition for such mixed twills. Favored for high-end jeans and jackets.
Duty Rate — China → United States
52.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include shuttle loom certification for selvedge claims; measure weight precisely post-dyeing
• Avoid pitfall of classifying as lighter shirting fabrics