Brushed Blue Denim Polyester-Viscose Flannel from Japan
Napped or brushed blue denim twill from polyester staple mainly with viscose rayon staple fibers, creating flannel-like softness for shirts and linings. Qualifies HTS 5515.11.0010 as blue denim despite brushing per Chapter 55 notes allowing napping. Warm and drapey alternative.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Chapter notes permit napping; document brushing direction for quality verification
• Test for pilling after brushing per ISO 12945 to support fabric claims
• Avoid over-napping that could mimic pile fabrics reclassifiable to 5516