Lightweight Denim Blend for Shirts

Lightweight twill denim with 70% cotton, 28% acrylic staple, and 2% other, yarns of different colors, under 170 g/m². Classed in HTS 5516.43.00.15 as other denim mixed mainly with cotton <85% artificial. Suitable for chambray-style shirts and blouses.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5516Same rate: 35%

If other woven of different colors, not denim

If weave or weight doesn't meet denim twill specs.

5208.32.50Higher: 47.5% vs 35%

If 85%+ cotton plain weave

Higher cotton content and non-twill moves to Chapter 52.

5811.00.10Higher: 48.2% vs 35%

If quilted or specially processed

Additional textile processing like quilting changes heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Test for printcloth exclusion per notes; low density avoids misclassification

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