Blue Denim Cotton-Poly Blend Fabric
This woven fabric contains less than 85% artificial staple fibers mixed mainly with cotton, featuring yarns of different colors in a classic blue denim twill weave. It meets the statistical requirements for blue denim under HTS 5516.43.00.10, with a specific statistical suffix (225) denoting its color and construction. Primarily used for casual apparel like jeans.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containing 85% or more cotton by weight
Higher cotton content shifts classification to Chapter 52 woven fabrics of cotton, not artificial staple fibers.
If containing 85% or more artificial staple fibers
Predominantly artificial fiber content moves it to heading 5515 for fabrics with 85%+ man-made staple fibers.
If yarns are not of different colors
Plain colored yarns (same color) classify under 5516.41, excluding the 'yarns of different colors' subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify fiber content via lab testing to confirm <85% artificial staple fibers mixed mainly with cotton, as misclassification to 5209 can occur
• Provide mill certificates and yarn color documentation to prove 'different colors' and blue denim specs for statistical suffix 225
• Avoid common pitfalls like incorrect weave identification; ensure twill construction matches denim definition
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Indigo Blue Denim Poly-Cotton Twill
A durable twill weave fabric blending cotton with less than 85% polyester staple fibers, using yarns of different colors to create the signature blue denim look. Classified under HTS 5516.43.00.10 for its blue denim characteristics and mixed composition. Ideal for manufacturing jeans and jackets.
Vintage Wash Blue Denim Cotton-Acrylic Fabric
Pre-washed blue denim fabric blending cotton with less than 85% acrylic staple fibers, featuring differently colored yarns in twill construction. Classified precisely under HTS 5516.43.00.10 for blue denim (225). Popular for distressed jeans and shirts.
Brushed Blue Denim Cotton-Poly Blend
Brushed finish blue denim fabric with cotton and <85% polyester staples, different colored yarns in twill weave under HTS 5516.43.00.10. Provides soft hand for flannels or jackets. Brushing doesn't alter base classification.
Stretch Blue Denim Cotton-Viscose Fabric
This blue denim fabric mixes cotton with under 85% viscose staple fibers and a spandex component for stretch, using differently colored yarns in twill weave. It fits HTS 5516.43.00.10 due to its mixed artificial-cotton composition and blue denim style. Used in fitted jeans and casual wear.
Rigid Blue Denim Polyester-Cotton Blend
Rigid twill fabric of cotton mixed with <85% polyester staple fibers, yarns of different colors yielding blue denim appearance per HTS 5516.43.00.10 specs. No stretch added, suited for structured garments like work pants. Meets Chapter 55 definitions for mixed staple fiber fabrics.
Heavyweight Blue Denim Cotton-Modal Blend
Heavy twill weave blue denim with cotton and <85% modal (artificial) staple fibers, yarns of different colors qualifying for HTS 5516.43.00.10. Designed for upholstery or heavy apparel. Adheres to Chapter 55 mixed fiber woven fabric rules.