Spandex Bare Single Filament 40D

Uncovered spandex (elastane) single filament yarn, 40 denier, minimal twist <50 turns/m, <67 dtex, bulk industrial form. Classified HTS 5402.49.91 as other synthetic single filament yarn. Essential for elastic fabrics in sportswear.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8%+35.0%43%
🇲🇽Mexico8%+10.0%18%
🇨🇦Canada8%+10.0%18%
🇩🇪Germany8%+10.0%18%
🇯🇵Japan8%+10.0%18%

Alternative Classifications

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

5402.47Lower: 18% vs 43%

If covered with other fibers

Covered spandex (core-spun) often classified as plied yarns under 5402.47.

5604Lower: 15% vs 43%

If elastomeric staple

Spandex staple fibers go to 5604, rubber thread analogs.

5403.42.00Same rate: 43%

If artificial filament (viscose-based elastic)

Artificial (regenerated) elastics classify under Chapter 54 heading 5403.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide elasticity modulus certification to confirm spandex without core-spun confusion

• Ensure yarn is declared as 'bare' single filament, not covered, to stay in 5402.49

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