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Cotton Rubber Thread Knit Ribbon from Japan

Narrow 18 cm knitted ribbon of cotton containing rubber thread for shirring and gathering in dresses and blouses. Offers controlled stretch for design features. HTS 6002.90.40.00 covers such narrow fabrics with rubber thread or elastomeric yarn.

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

• Distinguish rubber thread from spandex in lab reports for correct duty

• Register for C-TPAT if high-volume importer to streamline entry