Worn Blue Jeans

Pre-worn denim jeans with frayed hems, faded wash, and worn knees from use. Falls under HTS 6309.00.0010 for worn clothing of textile materials, imported in large bales demonstrating bulk entry and appreciable wear.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽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.

6203.42Higher: 26.6% vs 17.5%

If not appreciably worn

New men's denim trousers classify under Chapter 62 woven apparel.

6302.32Higher: 21.4% vs 17.5%

If processed into sorted second-hand lots

Heading 6302 covers used clothing sorted or cleaned, not strictly bulk worn as per 6309.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include wear assessment reports; customs may inspect for new-like condition leading to higher duties

Use appropriate bulk packaging to comply with heading 6309 entry requirements

Check country-specific bans on used clothing imports due to hygiene concerns