Rubberized Spandex Swimwear Lining from China
Spandex-blend fabric coated with rubber for swimwear lining, providing stretch and water sealing, <1,500 g/m², >50% textile. HTS 5906.99.30.00 applies to these other rubberized fabrics. Coating is flexible and visible.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Blend composition labels must confirm >50% textile fibers for 5906 eligibility
• Sample swatches for CBP exam to demonstrate rubber not fracturing on bend test
• Specify 'lining fabric' to avoid garment classification under Chapter 61