Worn Blue Jeans from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
7.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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