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Lycra-Spandex Terry Blend Fabric from Japan

Elastic terry toweling fabric blending polyester with spandex man-made fibers for stretchy beachwear. HTS 5802.20.00.20 covers this primarily man-made woven terry, provided spandex is minor component. Enhances fit in active apparel.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

14%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.480%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Document spandex content under 5% to maintain man-made heading; test elasticity claims

• Issue: Stretch causing misclassification as knitted under 6001