Stone-Washed Denim Jeans from Japan
Men's five-pocket jeans sewn in sub-Saharan Africa from U.S.-cut denim fabric formed from U.S. yarns, then stone-washed for authentic faded appearance. The stone-washing process qualifies under 9819.11.03 as a finishing operation performed abroad on 9802.00.80-eligible goods.
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
• Provide mill certificates proving U.S. yarn formation and fabric cutting operations
• Include stone-washing process documentation with water usage and pumice stone records
• Ensure proper labeling identifies U.S. fabric content and country of final assembly