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Cotton Elastane Knit Binding Fabric from Japan

Stretch binding strip of cotton-elastane knit, 15 cm wide, for securing edges on underwear and activewear. Meets HTS 6002.40.4000 criteria with >5% elastomeric yarn, cotton base, no rubber, and narrow width. Prevents rolling and adds durability to seams.

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

• Document production process to prove knitted (not woven) construction

• Use HTS advisory rulings for borderline elastomeric percentages

• Ensure country-of-origin certificates for preferential duty treatments