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Synthetic Knitted Waistband Panels

Pre-shaped knitted synthetic fabric panels for trouser or skirt waistbands, requiring sewing onto finished garments. HTS 6117.90.90 covers these as other knitted parts of clothing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China14.6%+20.0%34.6%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico14.6%+10.0%24.6%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada14.6%+10.0%24.6%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany14.6%β€”14.6%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan14.6%β€”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 sold as complete elasticized waistbands

Retail-ready waistbands with closures are made-up accessories, not parts.

6004.90.90Higher: 44.5% vs 34.6%

If exported as unfinished knitted fabric rolls

Bulk knitted fabrics without garment-specific cuts fall under Chapter 60.

6217.10Lower: 27.1% vs 34.6%

If non-knitted textile waistband material

Woven or non-knitted accessories go to Chapter 62 heading 6217.

Not sure which classification is right?

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

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Document absence of drawstrings or ribbing per heading 6109 notes to maintain parts classification

β€’ Use commercial invoices specifying 'garment components only' to avoid retail accessory duties