Lycra Knit Elastic Banding
20 cm wide knitted elastic banding fabric with 15% Lycra elastomeric yarn, used for garment waistbands, cuffs, and leg openings. Meets HTS 6002.40.80.80 criteria: knitted, ≤30 cm wide, ≥5% elastomeric yarn, no rubber thread. Essential for stretch-fit apparel construction.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If woven rather than knitted
Woven narrow elastic fabrics classify under Chapter 58 narrow woven fabrics.
If of man-made fibers without specified elastomeric content
Other knitted narrow fabrics not meeting elastomeric criteria go to 6002.90.
If primarily rubber thread construction
Rubber thread dominant products classify as rubber-reinforced textiles.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Measure width precisely in relaxed state; stretched measurements invalid for classification
• Retain dyeing/finishing records to prove not processed as made-up articles under 6217
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