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Spandex Trousers Elastic Insert from Germany

Knitted spandex elastic insert for trouser waistbands, offering stretch for better fit in breeches. This man-made fiber part is specifically for trousers, fitting HTS 6117.90.90.70.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

14.6%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Conduct stitch density checks to confirm knitted construction per Chapter 61 requirements

• Use HTS advisory rulings for complex parts to ensure binding classification

• Avoid bundling with finished garments to prevent set classification under 6103/6104