Blue Denim Printcloth Alternative from Japan
Woven blue denim-style fabric from multi-colored artificial staple yarns, 43-68 yarn number, over 33 singles per cm², under 170 g/m², but not true printcloth due to yarn dyeing per note (c). HTS 5516.93.00.10 applies for different color yarns. Used in casual shirting.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%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 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document singles yarn usage and absence of multiples/cabled yarns to distinguish from printcloth exclusions
• Test for exact width if under 168 cm to avoid note (c)(ii) printcloth classification
• Use detailed weave analysis reports for CBP review during entry