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ClearStretch Elastomeric Yarn 70 Denier Single

ClearStretch is a transparent single elastomeric yarn of 70 denier, untwisted or low-twist (under 50 turns/m), used in lingerie and swimwear fabrics. Classified in HTS 5402.44.00 for industrial synthetic filament yarn applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8%+37.5%45.5%
🇲🇽Mexico8%+10.0%18%
🇨🇦Canada8%+10.0%18%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5402.47Lower: 20.5% vs 45.5%

If for industrial sewing thread use

If designated for retail sewing, it moves out of 5402 per heading exclusions; otherwise stays yarn.

5903.90Lower: 15.2% vs 45.5%

If textile-fabric-covered elastomeric core yarn

Core-spun or covered elastomeric yarns are classified as textile articles in 5903, not bare yarn.

5407.61Lower: 27.4% vs 45.5%

If woven into fabric before import

Once woven into elastomeric fabric (>5% elastic), it shifts to 5407 woven fabrics heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Label shipments clearly as 'single untwisted elastomeric yarn' with exact denier for CBP verification

• Retain twist test reports; exceeding 50 turns/m risks reclassification