Blue Denim Stretch Fabric for Jeans
This woven blue denim fabric blends 70% cotton with 28% polyester staple fibers and 2% spandex, exceeding 170 g/m², used primarily for stretch jeans. It falls under HTS 5514.30.39.10 due to its synthetic staple fiber content under 85%, mixed mainly with cotton, yarns of different colors, and specific blue denim classification. The weight and mixed composition distinguish it from pure cotton denims.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containing 36% or more cotton by weight
Higher cotton content shifts classification to Chapter 52 woven fabrics of cotton mixed with synthetics, not Chapter 55 synthetic staple base.
If not specifically blue denim coloration
Lacks the indigo-dyed blue denim characteristic, falling into other colored yarn-mixed fabrics over 170 g/m².
If imported as finished men's jeans
Completed apparel like jeans moves from fabric Chapter 55 to garment Chapter 62, changing duty structure entirely.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify fiber content via lab tests to confirm <85% synthetic staple fibers mixed mainly with cotton, as misdeclaration can lead to reclassification
• Provide mill certificates showing weight >170 g/m² and yarn color variations to avoid disputes at customs
• Label as 'blue denim (225)' explicitly in invoices to match statistical suffix and prevent generalization under broader 5514.30
Related Products under HTS 5514.30.39.10
Vintage Wash Blue Denim Fabric
Pre-washed blue denim with 68% cotton, 30% polyester staple, 2% elastane, 11 oz weight exceeding 170 g/m², different color yarns for faded effect. Under HTS 5514.30.39.10 for heavy mixed denim fabrics. Used in casual shirts and skirts with authentic distressed look.
Selvedge Blue Denim Roll
Premium shuttle-loomed selvedge blue denim, 70% cotton/30% viscose staple mix, 12.5 oz >170 g/m², distinct colored yarns. Fits HTS 5514.30.39.10 as mixed heavy denim fabric. Prized for raw edge jeans and shirting.
Brushed Blue Denim Flannel
Napped blue denim flannel blend of 67% cotton/33% polyester staple, yarns different colors, weight 11 oz >170 g/m². HTS 5514.30.39.10 for such mixed heavy denims. Suited for lined jackets and shirts.
Overdyed Black Blue Denim
Overdyed black from blue base denim, 73% cotton/27% acrylic staple, >170 g/m², colored yarns. HTS 5514.30.39.10 applies. For fashion chinos.
Stretch Selvedge Denim
Stretch selvedge blue denim 65% cotton/33% poly/2% spandex staple, heavy. HTS 5514.30.39.10.
Japanese Cone Mill Blue Denim
Cone mill style blue denim mix, >170 g/m². HTS 5514.30.39.10.