Elastomeric Scuba Knit Strip from China

24 cm wide knitted scuba fabric strip with 6% elastomeric yarn, featuring neoprene-like texture for wetsuit panels and compression gear. Classified HTS 6002.40.80.80: narrow knitted with elastomeric content, suitable for flexible apparel components. Offers light compression and water resistance.

Duty Rate — China → United States

43%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)

Import Tips

Specify end-use as apparel fabric; sports gear use shouldn't trigger Chapter 95 toys/sports

Lab certify no rubber thread, distinguishing from diving suit materials

Package in rolls, not cut pieces, to maintain fabric (not made-up) status