Elastane Spandex Knit Fabric
A wide knitted fabric exceeding 30 cm containing over 5% elastomeric yarn such as spandex, used for stretchy apparel like leggings and activewear. It falls under HTS 6004.90.20.85 as it is neither of heading 6001 nor purely rubber thread dominant. The elastomeric content provides essential stretch properties for form-fitting garments.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If warp knit and pile construction
Warp-knitted pile fabrics like velour fall under 6002 if meeting stitch density for statistical notes.
If coated or laminated with rubber/plastics
Textile fabrics coated for technical uses move to Chapter 59, not remaining as plain knits.
If specifically for clothing and narrow width
Narrower versions (<30 cm) classified as 'other knitted apparel fabric' in 6006.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify elastomeric yarn content via lab testing to confirm >5% weight threshold for accurate classification
• Provide mill certificates documenting yarn composition to avoid reclassification during customs exam
• Ensure width measurement exceeds 30 cm; narrower fabrics shift to heading 6003
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