Spandex Swimwear Knit Fabric from Germany
A high-chlorine resistant knitted fabric over 30 cm wide with 7% spandex for swimwear, offering durability and stretch in wet conditions. Classified under HTS 6004.90.90.00 due to elastomeric yarn content and exclusion from heading 6001. Used for bikini tops, one-pieces, and rash guards.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide chlorine-resistance test reports to support swimwear end-use claims during classification
• Document exact spandex percentage; under 5% shifts to non-elastomeric headings
• Avoid bundling with finished garments—import as greige fabric to prevent Chapter 61/62 misclassification