Spandex Covered Rubber Thread
This is a fine rubber thread that is wrapped with spandex textile fibres, used for lingerie elastic and sportswear banding. The visible textile covering provides a fabric-like finish and stretch, classifying it under tariff item 5604.90.00 as rubber thread that is textile covered.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is a monofilament of spandex without a rubber core
Synthetic monofilament of 67 decitex or more and no cross-sectional dimension exceeding 1 mm falls under heading 54.04.
If the rubber thread is covered with textile but the textile is not spandex
Rubber thread and cord, textile covered, is specifically listed under heading 56.04, subheading 5604.10.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the spandex covering is visible to the naked eye; if not, the product may fall under Chapters 50-55 as textile yarn
• Declare the decitex of the rubber thread to ensure it does not exceed the threshold for twine of Section XI Note 3
• Keep records of the spandex and rubber composition for CBSA classification reviews
Related Products under Tariff item 5604.90.00
Cotton Yarn Plastic Coated
> This cotton yarn is coated with polyethylene plastic for outdoor upholstery wicks and marine rope cores. The plastic coating is visible and provides weather resistance, classifying it under tariff item 5604.90.00 as a textile yarn coated with plastics. The product is used in applications requiring durability and moisture resistance.
Elastic Knitting Yarn Rubber Coated
> This specialty yarn for knitting machines has a rubber coating over an elastic core, used in sock and glove production. The rubber coating is visible and provides elasticity and grip, classifying it under tariff item 5604.90.00 as a textile yarn coated with rubber. The product is fed into knitting machines for elastic garments.
High Tenacity Polyester Sewing Thread Coated with PTFE
> This is a high tenacity polyester sewing thread coated with polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) to reduce friction and improve abrasion resistance. The coating is visible to the naked eye, which places it under tariff item 5604.90.00 as a textile yarn impregnated, coated, covered or sheathed with plastics. It is used in industrial sewing applications such as upholstery and sailmaking.
Monofilament Strip PVC Covered
> This synthetic monofilament strip from heading 5404 is covered with PVC for greenhouse ties and packaging strapping. The PVC covering is visible and provides UV resistance, classifying it under tariff item 5604.90.00 as strip of heading 5404 coated with plastics. The product is used in agricultural and packaging applications.
Nylon 6.6 High Tenacity Cordage Yarn with Polyurethane Coating
> This product is a high tenacity nylon 6.6 yarn coated with polyurethane for water resistance and UV protection, used in climbing ropes and safety nets. The polyurethane coating is visible and imparts a distinct surface layer, qualifying it as a coated textile yarn under tariff item 5604.90.00. The polyamide composition does not affect classification since the heading covers all textile yarns with visible rubber or plastic coatings.
Nylon High Tenacity Fishing Line Yarn Coated with PVC
> This is a high tenacity nylon yarn coated with PVC for fishing lines, enhancing knot strength and abrasion resistance. The PVC coating is visible and forms a continuous sheath, classifying it under tariff item 5604.90.00 as a textile yarn coated with plastics. The product is distinct from monofilament lines of Chapter 39 because it is a multifilament yarn.