Nylon Spandex Elastic Band Fabric from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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