USMCA Cotton Denim Jeans from Japan
Men's slim-fit cotton denim jeans originating from Canada under USMCA provisions, classified under cotton apparel in note 11(a)(I)(A). These jeans qualify for preferential tariff treatment as they meet the rules of origin for apparel goods from Canada. The fabric is woven cotton denim exceeding USMCA origin criteria.
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
• Obtain Canadian USMCA Certificate of Origin documenting apparel-specific rules of origin under note 11(a)(I)(A)
• Ensure yarn-forward rules met for cotton apparel - verify fabric formation in USMCA territory
• Maintain records proving Canadian origin for 5 years; common pitfall is inadequate origin verification