Textile Covered Rubber Thread for Elastic Bands from China
Thin rubber thread encased in a nylon textile covering, used in manufacturing elastic bands for clothing and accessories. This product falls under HTS 5604.10.00.00 because it consists of rubber core material sheathed with textile fibers, visible to the naked eye, distinguishing it from mere yarn impregnation. The textile covering provides durability and prevents rubber degradation.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.3%
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
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Verify the rubber core is fully covered by textile visible to the naked eye to avoid reclassification under Chapter 40
• Provide lab tests confirming textile covering composition and visibility for customs documentation