Used Denim Jeans from China
Pre-worn blue jeans made from denim fabric, exhibiting distressed knees, faded washes, and worn cuffs from extended use. Enters under HTS 6309.00.00 as worn clothing in large bulk shipments for thrift markets or upcycling.
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%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Include detailed inventory lists specifying wear indicators like holes or stains for CBP verification
• Avoid retail packaging; use sacks or bales to qualify under heading 6309 requirements
• Screen for prohibited contaminants to prevent quarantine at ports