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Warp Knit Spandex Power Mesh Fabric from Japan

This warp knit fabric exceeds 30 cm in width and contains over 5% elastomeric yarn like spandex, providing stretch for activewear and shapewear. It falls under HTS 6004.10.00.25 as a warp knit fabric with elastomeric yarn but no rubber thread. Used in garments requiring elasticity and breathability.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Verify elastomeric yarn content via lab testing to confirm >5% by weight for accurate classification

• Ensure width measurement exceeds 30 cm; narrower fabrics shift to heading 6003

• Provide warp knit structure documentation to avoid misclassification as circular knit