Nylon Spandex Elastic Band Fabric

Knitted elastic fabric strip made from nylon and spandex blend, 20 cm wide, used for waistbands and cuffs in sportswear. Classified in HTS 6003.30.60.00 due to its narrow width, synthetic fiber composition, and knitted structure excluding headings 6001-6002. Provides stretch for functional apparel components.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China7.6%+35.0%42.6%
🇲🇽Mexico7.6%+10.0%17.6%
🇨🇦Canada7.6%+10.0%17.6%
🇩🇪Germany7.6%+10.0%17.6%
🇯🇵Japan7.6%+10.0%17.6%

Alternative Classifications

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

6002Lower: 18% vs 42.6%

If classified as other warp knits under 6002

Certain warp-knitted synthetics with specific constructions move to heading 6002.

6117.80.95Lower: 32.1% vs 42.6%

If imported as complete knit garment parts like cuffs

Made-up knitted articles or parts thereof are in Chapter 61, not raw fabrics.

5407.61Lower: 24.9% vs 42.6%

If woven rather than knitted

Woven synthetic fabrics shift to Chapter 54 headings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document spandex content percentage for elasticity claims and fiber labeling compliance

Measure width in relaxed state per customs guidelines

Pitfall: Overlooking 'stitch-bonded' inclusion if chain-stitched

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