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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8%+35.0%43%
🇲🇽Mexico8%+10.0%18%
🇨🇦Canada8%+10.0%18%
🇩🇪Germany8%+10.0%18%
🇯🇵Japan8%+10.0%18%

Alternative Classifications

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

5806.32.10Lower: 41% vs 43%

If woven rather than knitted

Woven narrow elastic fabrics classify under Chapter 58 narrow woven fabrics.

6002.90Lower: 18% vs 43%

If of man-made fibers without specified elastomeric content

Other knitted narrow fabrics not meeting elastomeric criteria go to 6002.90.

5604.10.00.00Lower: 41.3% vs 43%

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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