Nylon Spandex Dance Leotard Fabric

Shiny knitted nylon with 18% spandex elastomeric yarn, 140 cm width, for ballet and dance leotards offering 4-way stretch and durability. Prevents riding up during movement. Under 6004.90.20 for elastomeric yarn exceeding 5% in wide knitted form.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China12.3%+35.0%47.3%
🇲🇽Mexico12.3%+10.0%22.3%
🇨🇦Canada12.3%+10.0%22.3%
🇩🇪Germany12.3%+10.0%22.3%
🇯🇵Japan12.3%+10.0%22.3%

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6001Lower: 17% vs 47.3%

If pile or terry construction

Knitted pile fabrics shift to heading 6001, even with elastomeric yarn.

5407.54.00Lower: 32.4% vs 47.3%

If predominantly synthetic filament and woven

Woven synthetic filament fabric headings in Chapter 54 take precedence over knits.

6003.90.90Lower: 41.6% vs 47.3%

If width ≤30 cm

Narrower versions for trims classify under 6003 'Of width not exceeding 30 cm'.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Lab certify spandex %—dance fabrics often scrutinized for performance claims matching composition

If dyed/post-processed in US, claim proper HTS for greige vs finished to optimize duties

Sets with trims? GRI 2(b) may apply if incomplete, but fabric alone stays 6004

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