Elastane Warp Knit Lace Trim from China
A narrow open-work warp knit fabric, 25 cm wide, containing 10% elastomeric yarn for stretch, used in lingerie and apparel edging. It falls under HTS 6002.90.80.20 due to its open-work structure, warp knit construction, narrow width, and elastomeric content exceeding 5%. Primarily employed for decorative and functional trim in garments.
Duty Rate — China → United States
45.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify exact width measurement under 30 cm and elastomeric yarn percentage via lab testing for accurate classification
• Provide weave diagrams or samples to customs for open-work confirmation
• Avoid misdeclaration as broader knitted fabric to prevent duty adjustments