Polyester Spandex Blend Activewear Fabric

Stretch woven fabric from polyester staple fibers mixed mainly with spandex man-made filaments for sportswear, plain weave under chapter specs. Falls under 5515.12.00 as polyester staple principal with filament blend for elasticity. Used in yoga pants or athletic tops.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China12%+35.0%47%
🇲🇽Mexico12%+10.0%22%
🇨🇦Canada12%+10.0%22%
🇩🇪Germany12%+10.0%22%
🇯🇵Japan12%+10.0%22%

Alternative Classifications

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

6002Lower: 18% vs 47%

If warp knit with elastomeric yarn

Knitted synthetic staple fabrics in Chapter 60.

5516.42.00Same rate: 47%

If made with man-made fiber continuous yarns

5516 for fabrics of staple with continuous yarns, but different yarn type.

5906.99Lower: 13.3% vs 47%

If rubberized for strength

Rubber-treated textiles to Chapter 59.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Conduct fiber content testing to prove staple > filaments if disputed

Document as greige or finished to avoid parts classification

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