Sorted Denim Scrap Rags from Japan
Sorted rags from worn denim jeans and jackets, used for polishing and absorbency in auto shops. Classified in HTS 6310.10.20 as sorted textile rags of cotton blends with appreciable wear.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Label with exact cotton percentage post-sorting to comply with fiber content rules
• Avoid including zippers/buttons; metal contaminants lead to 6310.90 reclassification
• Use third-party inspection for wear verification during customs clearance