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Knitted Polyester Waistband Panels

Elasticated knitted polyester panels for attaching to trouser or skirt waists, providing stretch and fit. Classified in HTS 6117.90.90.95 as other knitted parts of clothing garments.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China14.6%+20.0%34.6%
🇲🇽Mexico14.6%+10.0%24.6%
🇨🇦Canada14.6%+10.0%24.6%
🇩🇪Germany14.6%—14.6%
🇯🇵Japan14.6%—14.6%

Alternative Classifications

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

6117.80Lower: 27.1% vs 34.6%

If synthetic fiber composition

Heading 6117.80 specifically covers synthetic knitted parts over generic 'other'.

5903.90Lower: 15.2% vs 34.6%

If treated as textile fabric rather than garment part

If coated or laminated, shifts to Chapter 59 for textile fabrics.

6217.90Lower: 27.1% vs 34.6%

If non-knitted elastic waistbands

Woven or non-knitted equivalents fall under made-up accessories in Chapter 62.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Label clearly as 'unfinished garment parts' to distinguish from complete accessories under heading 6117

• Check stitch density; low counts may exclude from Chapter 61 per notes on garment construction

• Provide assembly instructions showing integration into final garments