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Elastic Knitting Yarn Rubber Coated from Japan

Specialty yarn for knitting machines, rubber coated over elastic core for sock and glove production. Classified HTS 5604.90.90.00 as rubber-coated textile yarn with visible treatment for machine feeding. Improves loop formation in hosiery.

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%

Import Tips

Certify for knitting end-use to differentiate from apparel Chapter 61

Batch testing for coating uniformity prevents rejections