Elastane Spandex Knit Waistband Fabric from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
18%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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