Elastane Spandex Knit Waistband Fabric

A narrow knitted fabric strip, 25 cm wide, containing 10% elastomeric spandex yarn for stretch, used in garment waistbands. It falls under HTS 6002.90.80.80 as a knitted fabric under 30 cm width with over 5% elastomeric yarn, not of heading 6001. This classification applies due to its width and elastic content for apparel applications.

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%

Alternative Classifications

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

6002Same rate: 43%

If width exceeds 30 cm

Fabrics over 30 cm wide shift to subheading 6002.41, regardless of elastomeric content.

5903.90.30Lower: 37.7% vs 43%

If rubberized or coated with plastics

Rubber- or plastics-coated textile fabrics, even knitted, classify under Chapter 59.

6117.80.95Lower: 32.1% vs 43%

If cut and sewn into garment parts like waistband components

Completed knitted apparel accessories or parts fall under Chapter 61.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify exact width measurement under load to confirm ≤30 cm; provide lab tests for elastomeric yarn content ≥5%; declare as apparel fabric to avoid reclassification as narrow woven

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