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

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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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