Spandex Yarn Waste from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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