Spandex Stretch Knit Ribbon
A narrow knitted fabric ribbon, 25 cm wide, containing 10% spandex elastomeric yarn for stretch, used in apparel trim and hair accessories. It falls under HTS 6002.40.80.80 as a knitted fabric under 30 cm wide with 5%+ elastomeric yarn, not of heading 6001. Ideal for adding flexible accents to clothing and crafts.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If width exceeds 30 cm
Fabrics over 30 cm wide shift to 6002.41 regardless of elastomeric content.
If coated or laminated with plastics
Textile fabrics with plastic coating for reinforcement classify under Chapter 59 as coated textiles.
If sold as rubber thread incorporated trim
Presence of rubber thread moves it out of 6002.40 to rubber-reinforced textile articles.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify exact width measurement under 30 cm and elastomeric yarn content ≥5% via lab testing for accurate classification
• Provide detailed yarn composition certificates to avoid misclassification as wider fabrics in 6002.41
• Label as 'knitted elastic trim' to prevent customs disputes over end-use as apparel vs craft material
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