Elastic Spandex Knit Wristband Fabric from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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