Spandex Stretch Knit Ribbon
Spandex stretch knit ribbon, a narrow knitted fabric ribbon 25 cm wide, containing 10% spandex elastomeric yarn for stretch, used in apparel trim and hair accessories. It falls under tariff item 6002.40.00 as a knitted fabric under 30 cm wide with 5% or more elastomeric yarn and no rubber thread.
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 |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the fabric width exceeds 30 cm
Wider elastomeric knitted fabrics are classified under heading 60.04.
If the product is a narrow woven fabric
Narrow woven elastic fabrics fall under heading 58.06.
If the fabric is coated or laminated with plastics
Coated knitted fabrics are classified in Chapter 59.
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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the ribbon width is 30 cm or less and the spandex content is at least 5% by weight, as per the product specification
• If the ribbon is cut to length and finished (e.g
• with sealed edges), it may be considered 'made up' and fall under another heading
• Provide clear product photos and technical data to CBSA if classification is questioned
Related Products under Tariff item 6002.40.00
Bra Strap Stretch Fabric
A 12 cm wide elastomeric knit fabric with 7% elastomeric yarn, designed for adjustable bra straps. It contains more than 5% elastomeric yarn by weight, no rubber thread, and is under 30 cm wide, meeting the criteria for tariff item 6002.40.00.
Cotton Blend Elastomeric Armhole Tape
A narrow knitted tape made of 85% cotton and 15% elastane, measuring 18 cm in width, used to stabilize armholes in t-shirts. It contains more than 5% elastomeric yarn by weight and no rubber thread, meeting the criteria for tariff item 6002.40.00.
Cotton Elastane Knit Binding Fabric
A stretch binding strip made of cotton-elastane knit, 15 cm wide, used for securing edges on underwear and activewear. It contains more than 5% elastomeric yarn by weight, has no rubber thread, and is under 30 cm wide, qualifying for tariff item 6002.40.00.
Cotton Lycra Narrow Waistband Tape
An elasticated cotton knit tape incorporating lycra elastomeric yarn at 7% by weight, designed for trouser and skirt waistbands, with a width limited to 25 cm. It contains more than 5% elastomeric yarn, no rubber thread, and is under 30 cm wide, fitting tariff item 6002.40.00.
Cotton Spandex Elastic Knit Banding
A narrow knitted fabric strip made primarily from cotton with at least 5% spandex elastomeric yarn, designed for use as waistbands or cuffs in apparel. Its width does not exceed 30 cm, and it contains no rubber thread, meeting the requirements of tariff item 6002.40.00.
Dancewear Elastic Band Fabric
A 16 cm wide spandex knit fabric with 9% elastomeric yarn, used for leotard bands. It contains more than 5% elastomeric yarn by weight, no rubber thread, and is under 30 cm wide, qualifying for tariff item 6002.40.00.