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Assembled Denim Jeans from U.S. Cut Panels from Mexico

Classic 5-pocket denim jeans assembled abroad from U.S.-exported pre-cut denim panels and trim components. The U.S. components retained their physical identity through sewing assembly with only incidental operations like cleaning threads, qualifying under HTS 9802.00.80.44 per U.S. note 7(b)(i).

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico

Import Tips

Submit U.S. export declarations showing component values and ready-for-assembly status

Document that assembly operations didn't alter component form, shape, or advance value significantly

Avoid common pitfall of including non-U.S. components without proper value separation

Assembled Denim Jeans from U.S. Cut Panels from Mexico — Import Duty Rate | HTS 9802.00.80.44