Velcro Hook Fastener Tape from Germany
This is a narrow woven pile fabric tape made from nylon man-made fibers, featuring hook-like pile structures designed to interlock with loop tapes. It falls under HTS 5806.10.24.00 as a fastener fabric tape, being less than 30 cm wide with woven selvages on both edges. Primarily used in clothing, bags, and footwear for adjustable closures.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify width does not exceed 30 cm and confirm man-made fiber composition via lab tests to avoid reclassification
• Include detailed technical specs on pile type (hook/loop) and adhesive-free assembly in commercial invoices
• Watch for common pitfalls like mislabeling as finished garments, which shifts to Chapter 62