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Rubber Thread Narrow Belt Loop Fabric from Japan

2.2 cm wide woven fabric with 9% rubber thread for trouser belt loops. Meets 5806.20.00.90 criteria: narrow, elastomeric >5%, woven.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%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 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Test for rubber vs elastomeric yarn distinction; provide weave diagrams

• Pitfall: end-use as garment part may not change fabric classification