Neoprene-Like Stretch Knit Fabric from Japan
Synthetic knit mimicking neoprene with 12% elastomeric yarn, over 30 cm wide for wetsuits and drysuits. HTS 6004.90.90.00 for its knitted elastomeric properties excluding heading 6001. Suited for watersports gear.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Test for buoyancy and thermal properties if claiming specialty use
• Avoid rubber thread confusion—specify spandex/lycra composition
• Document UV resistance for outdoor end-use validation