Rubber Thread Stretch Jersey Fabric from Germany
Circular knit jersey fabric over 30 cm wide incorporating rubber thread and elastomeric yarn for high elasticity, ideal for swimwear and shapewear. Classified in 6004.90.20.85 due to combined elastomeric and rubber content excluding it from heading 6001. Provides recovery and compression for body-conforming applications.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
12.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%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 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Declare exact rubber thread percentage; high rubber may trigger reclassification to rubber products
• Use detailed invoices specifying knit type (weft vs warp) to prevent misheading to 6002