Unbleached Recycled Cotton Knit Fabric
Knit fabric from unbleached recycled cotton fibers, promoting sustainability for casual apparel. HTS 6006.21.90.80 applies as other unbleached cotton knits; recycling doesn't alter classification per Chapter 60 notes. Short fibers create unique hand.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If made from sorted rags
Rags/shoddy specifically from Chapter 63, not prime recycled yarn.
If recycled but printed
Processing state (printed) overrides recycled status for heading.
If molded pulp-cotton composite
Nonwoven cotton composites go to paper Chapter 48.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Prove recycled content via chain-of-custody docs but classify as cotton knit
• Nep count higher in recycled; document to explain visual impurities
• Anti-dumping vigilance; recycled may trigger origin scrutiny
Related Products under HTS 6006.21.90.80
Unbleached Cotton Jersey Knit Fabric
This is an unbleached single jersey knit fabric made from 100% cotton, used primarily for making T-shirts and casual wear. It falls under HTS 6006.21.90.80 as it is an unbleached or bleached knitted fabric of cotton, not specifically wale or loop knit, and not for specific statistical categories. The fabric's plain knit structure and natural cotton color classify it here without further processing.
Bleached Cotton Interlock Knit Fabric
A double-knit interlock fabric from cotton that has been bleached white, ideal for underwear and baby clothing. Classified in HTS 6006.21.90.80 as an 'other' unbleached or bleached cotton knit fabric, excluding wale, loop, or specific statistical types. Its smooth double-face finish distinguishes it from single jersey but keeps it in this broad category.
Unbleached Cotton Rib Knit Fabric
Unbleached ribbed knit fabric from cotton, featuring vertical ridges for stretch in cuffs and waistbands. It qualifies for HTS 6006.21.90.80 as an unbleached cotton knit of the 'other' variety, not meeting wale or loop pile criteria. Commonly cut for garment trims.
Bleached Cotton Pique Knit Fabric
Bleached cotton pique fabric with a textured honeycomb pattern, used for polo shirts. Falls under HTS 6006.21.90.80 as other unbleached/bleached cotton knits, lacking specific loop or wale features. The raised surface comes from knit structure, not pile.
Unbleached Organic Cotton Knit Sheeting
Wide-width unbleached knit fabric from certified organic cotton, used for loungewear and bedding. HTS 6006.21.90.80 covers this as other unbleached cotton knits, with organic status not affecting classification but requiring GOTS certification separately. Its flat smooth surface suits large-scale cutting.
Bleached Brushed Cotton Knit Fleece
Bleached cotton knit fabric brushed on one side for fleece-like softness, used in sweatshirts. Although brushed, it remains in HTS 6006.21.90.80 as unbleached/bleached 'other' without forming pile loops. Brushing is a mechanical finish not triggering pile classification.