Rubber Thread Stretch Jersey Fabric from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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