Elastic Spandex Knit Wristband Fabric

A narrow knitted fabric strip, 25 cm wide, containing 8% spandex elastomeric yarn for stretch, used to make athletic wristbands. It falls under HTS 6002.40.80 as a knitted fabric under 30 cm wide with 5% or more elastomeric yarn, not of heading 6001. The elastomeric content provides essential stretch for sportswear accessories.

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%

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Alternative Classifications

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

6001.92.00Higher: 52.2% vs 43%

If width exceeds 30 cm and qualifies as velour with 12+ stitches per cm vertically

Wider velour fabrics move to heading 6001 under statistical notes for apparel knits.

5903.90.30Lower: 37.7% vs 43%

If coated or laminated with polyurethane for waterproofing

Textile fabrics coated with plastics fall under Chapter 59, not Chapter 60.

6117.80.95Lower: 32.1% vs 43%

If cut and sewn into completed wristbands for retail sale

Finished knitted apparel accessories are classified as made-up articles in heading 6117.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify exact width under 30 cm and elastomeric yarn weight percentage via lab testing to confirm classification

Provide mill test certificates for fiber content to avoid reclassification during customs exam