Elastomeric Gimped Polyester Strip Yarn from Germany
Gimped yarn from polyester strip (5404) wound with elastomeric filaments for stretch banding. HTS 5606.00.00.10 covers this due to gimped construction excluding 5605 yarns. Used in elastic trims and narrow fabrics.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Document strip width under 5mm per 5404 and gimping twist count
• Avoid classifying as rubber thread if elastomer visibility is naked-eye absent