Elastane Spandex Knit Fabric from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

22.3%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

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