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Vintage Wash Blue Denim Fabric from Germany

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.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Document washing processes to prove no chemical coatings that could shift to Chapter 59

• Avoid common error of classifying as 100% cotton; always disclose exact blend percentages

• For EU imports, check REACH compliance for dyes in colored yarns