Nylon Spandex Elastic Band Fabric from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
45.1%
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
• 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