Rubber Thread Knit Elastic Band
Narrow 1.8 cm wide woven band with 15% rubber thread for high elasticity, used in underwear and sportswear. Falls under 5806.20.00 as a narrow woven fabric with rubber thread content over 5%, featuring gummed selvages.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If cut and sewn into completed garment parts
Finished elastic components for clothing shift to Chapter 61 as knitted or crocheted accessories.
If predominantly rubber, not textile-based
If rubber content dominates and lacks woven textile character, it classifies as rubber plate/sheeting.
If less than 5% elastomeric yarn
Lower elastomeric content moves it to other narrow woven fabrics in the same heading group.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document adhesive assembly if warp-without-weft to distinguish from bolducs in the same heading
• Avoid common pitfall of mismeasuring width—use unfolded measurement for bias types
• Label country of origin clearly, as synthetic elastics often face quotas or visa requirements
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Elastane Suspender Elastic Webbing
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Lycra Bra Strap Elastic Tape
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Stretch Bias Piping Binding
Unfolded width 25 mm bias binding with folded edges and 8% spandex for stretch in upholstery and apparel. HTS 5806.20.00 applies as narrow woven fabric (unfolded <30 cm) with elastomeric yarn content.
Medical Compression Elastic Bandage
2.8 cm wide woven elastic strip with 12% elastomeric yarn for compression wraps, with gummed selvages. Classifies under 5806.20.00 as narrow woven fabric exceeding 5% elastomeric content.
Sportswear Leg Hem Elastic
1.2 cm wide narrow woven elastic with 18% rubber thread for athletic shorts hems. Fits 5806.20.00: <30 cm width, >5% rubber/elastomeric, woven selvages.