Heavyweight Blue Denim Polyester for Jackets from Japan
Heavy twill weave blue denim fabric from polyester staple fibers, over 270 g/m², ideal for outerwear jackets and bags. HTS 5515.19.00.10 applies as 'other' woven polyester staple fiber fabric specified as blue denim (225). Exceeds weights for poplin/broadcloth exclusions.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Conduct grammage tests (gsm) to confirm >170 g/m², distinguishing from lighter printcloth or cheesecloth exclusions
• Declare as 'of square construction' only if meeting sheeting criteria; denim twill typically does not
• Watch for bulk packaging; retail-ready bolts may face different valuation than industrial rolls