Spandex Elastic Waistband Tape

A narrow woven fabric tape, 2.5 cm wide, containing 20% spandex elastomeric yarn for stretch, used in garment waistbands. It qualifies under HTS 5806.20.00 due to its width under 30 cm, woven construction with selvages, and elastomeric content exceeding 5% by weight.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China7%+35.0%42%
🇲🇽Mexico7%+10.0%17%
🇨🇦Canada7%+10.0%17%
🇩🇪Germany7%+10.0%17%
🇯🇵Japan7%+10.0%17%

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5903.90.30Lower: 37.7% vs 42%

If coated or laminated with plastics

Coated textile fabrics shift to Chapter 59, excluding them from Chapter 58 per chapter notes.

5604.10.00.00Lower: 41.3% vs 42%

If predominantly rubber thread without significant weaving

Rubber thread fabrics without woven structure classify as raschel or other netted types.

5808.90.00Lower: 38.9% vs 42%

If with woven fringes on edges

Chapter notes specify narrow woven fabrics with fringes go to heading 5808.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify elastomeric yarn content via lab testing to confirm over 5% by weight for correct classification

Ensure selvages are present and width ≤30 cm; measure flattened width for tubular variants

Provide mill certificates for yarn composition to avoid reclassification to broader elastic headings