Spandex Yarn Waste from Germany
Elastane (spandex) yarn waste from stretch fabric manufacturing, including broken ends and offcuts. HTS 5505.10.00 includes this segmented polyurethane synthetic fiber waste.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Disclose spandex percentage; blends over 5% elastane may affect classification context
• Ensure waste is clean of dyes/solvents to meet import health standards
• Use ISF filings early due to chemical nature of elastane waste