Knitted Elastic Waistband for Jeans

This is a pre-made elastic waistband component knitted from synthetic fibers, designed specifically to be sewn into the waist of trousers, breeches, or shorts. It falls under HTS 6117.90.90.75 as it is a knitted part of garments classified as 'parts of trousers, breeches and shorts', not a complete made-up accessory.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China14.6%+17.5%32.1%
🇲🇽Mexico14.6%+10.0%24.6%
🇨🇦Canada14.6%+10.0%24.6%
🇩🇪Germany14.6%+10.0%24.6%
🇯🇵Japan14.6%+10.0%24.6%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6117.80.95Same rate: 32.1%

If sold as a complete, ready-to-use waistband accessory

Finished made-up accessories like detachable waistbands go to 'other made-up accessories' rather than parts.

5903.90.30Higher: 37.7% vs 32.1%

If treated with rubber or plastic for stiffening

Textile fabrics treated with plastics or rubber for garment parts fall under Chapter 59, not knitted parts.

6217.10Lower: 24.6% vs 32.1%

If not knitted or crocheted, but woven

Woven parts of trousers are classified under Chapter 62 made-up parts heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the part is unfinished and intended solely for assembly into trousers; complete garments shift to Chapter 61 headings

Provide detailed manufacturing specs and end-use declarations to avoid misclassification as finished accessories