Open-Work Warp Knit Scalloped Edge Tape
A 15 cm wide warp knit tape with scalloped open-work edges, used for garment embellishments like dresses and curtains. It falls under tariff item 6003.90.00 as a narrow knitted fabric, not exceeding 30 cm, and not classified as pile or elastic fabric.
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 tape is a braid or ornamental trimming
Braids and ornamental trimmings are classified in heading 58.08.
If the tape has a pile surface
Pile fabrics are excluded from heading 60.03.
Not sure which classification is right?
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
• Verify the tape is not a braid or ornamental trimming of heading 58.08, which would reclassify it
• Ensure the width is under 30 cm and provide a sample to CBSA if classification is questioned
• If the tape is used for curtains, consider whether it might be a made-up article
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