Cotton Elastane Narrow Waistband Knit
>- This is a narrow knitted cotton fabric incorporating elastane yarn for elasticity, designed for apparel waistbands. It measures under 30 cm in width and the elastomeric yarn provides the necessary stretch for fitted clothing applications. It falls under tariff item 6002.90.00 as an "other" narrow knitted fabric with elastomeric yarn, not covered by heading 60.01.
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 fabric has a pile or looped surface
Heading 60.01 covers pile fabrics, including long pile and looped pile fabrics, which are excluded from 6002.
If the fabric is knitted or crocheted and exceeds 30 cm in width
Heading 6004 covers knitted or crocheted fabrics of a width exceeding 30 cm, containing by weight 5% or more of elastomeric yarn.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• >- Ensure the fabric width is under 30 cm and the elastomeric yarn content is accurately declared to avoid reclassification
• Provide a detailed product specification sheet to the CBSA including fibre composition and width
• Verify whether the fabric is considered "made up" under Section XI Note 7, which could affect classification
Related Products under Tariff item 6002.90.00
Activewear Grip Hem Fabric
>- A 29 cm wide knit with 7% elastomeric yarn and silicone grip dots for pant hems. The silicone dots are a minor finish and do not alter the textile classification. It falls under tariff item 6002.90.00 as a narrow knitted fabric with elastomeric yarn.
Compression Garment Banding Knit
>- A 25 cm wide high-elastane (18%) knit for medical compression garment bands. It provides therapeutic stretch and is classified under tariff item 6002.90.00 as a narrow knitted fabric with elastomeric yarn, other than heading 60.01.
Cotton Lycra Narrow Leg Hem Knit
>- A knitted cotton fabric with Lycra elastomeric yarn, 28 cm wide, used for pant and short leg hems. The stretch provides ease of wear and durability. It is classified under tariff item 6002.90.00 as a narrow knitted fabric with elastomeric yarn, not falling under heading 60.01.
Cotton Rubber Thread Knit Ribbon
>- A narrow 18 cm knitted ribbon of cotton containing rubber thread, used for shirring and gathering in dresses and blouses. It offers controlled stretch for design features. This product falls under tariff item 6002.90.00 as a narrow knitted fabric with elastomeric yarn (rubber thread is considered elastomeric for classification purposes).
Cotton Spandex Apparel Trim Tape
>- A 15 cm wide stretchy knitted tape of cotton and spandex elastomeric yarn, used as trim for sportswear and casual garments. It provides decorative and functional elasticity. It is classified under tariff item 6002.90.00 as a narrow knitted fabric with elastomeric yarn, not covered by heading 60.01.
Cotton Spandex Elastic Knit Banding
>- A narrow knitted fabric strip made primarily from cotton with added spandex elastomeric yarn, measuring under 30 cm wide. It is used for garment waistbands, cuffs, and leg openings due to its stretch and recovery properties. This product falls under tariff item 6002.90.00 as an "other" narrow knitted fabric with elastomeric yarn.