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Vintage Wash Blue Denim Cotton-Acrylic Fabric from Germany

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.

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

• Note washing process on invoices but confirm base fabric meets unworn denim specs

• Lab test for fiber ratios post-wash to prevent disputes

• Avoid classifying as 'finished garment fabric' if sold in bulk