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Spandex Yarn Waste from Mexico

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 — Mexico → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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