Spandex Blend Cut Pile Stretch Fabric from Japan
Elastic cut warp pile fabric blending polyester and spandex for form-fitting garments like leggings. HTS 5801.37.50 for man-made fibers with cut pile weave, provided spandex <10% typically. Stretch integrated via warp pile structure.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
17.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Breakdown fiber content precisely for duty; test elasticity source (weave vs. knit)
• Pitfall: high spandex may push to apparel if pre-shaped