Denim Fabric for US Jeans Production from Japan
Rigid denim fabric imported for laser wash, stone wash, cutting, and sewing into premium jeans manufactured in US apparel factories.
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
• Include jeans pattern markers and wash house processing specifications
• Pre-washed denim classifies under Chapter 52 as finished textile fabric
• Verify fiber content labeling compliance for final US-made garments