HS 600410 Containing by weight 5 % or more of elastomeric yarn, but not containing rubber thread

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What products does HS 600410 cover?

This subheading covers knitted or crocheted fabrics of heading 6004 that contain by weight 5% or more of elastomeric yarn, but crucially, do not contain rubber thread. According to the World Customs Organization (WCO) Harmonized System Nomenclature, this classification applies to textiles where the stretch and recovery properties are primarily imparted by synthetic elastomeric fibers like spandex or elastane, as opposed to natural or synthetic rubber. The USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) and the EU's TARIC database confirm this scope, focusing on the absence of rubber thread as a defining characteristic.

What falls outside HS 600410?

The following products are excluded from HS 600410: fabrics containing rubber thread, even if they also contain elastomeric yarn; knitted or crocheted fabrics with less than 5% elastomeric yarn by weight; and fabrics that are not knitted or crocheted. For instance, woven fabrics with elastomeric yarn would fall under Chapter 54 or 55, and fabrics containing rubber thread, regardless of elastomeric yarn content, are classified under HS 600490. It is essential to distinguish between elastomeric yarn and rubber thread for correct classification.

What are common classification mistakes for HS 600410?

A common error is misinterpreting the presence of "rubber thread." If a fabric contains any amount of rubber thread, it must be excluded from 600410, even if it also meets the 5% elastomeric yarn threshold. This is governed by General Rule of Interpretation (GRI) 3(b) for goods put up in sets, where the essential character is determined by the component that gives them their essential character, but in this specific case, the explicit exclusion of rubber thread takes precedence. Importers may also incorrectly classify woven fabrics as knitted.

How should importers classify products under HS 600410?

The correct procedure for classifying products under HS 600410 involves a two-step analysis. First, determine if the fabric is knitted or crocheted. Second, verify the fiber content, specifically checking for the presence of elastomeric yarn and its percentage by weight. Crucially, confirm the absence of rubber thread. Importers and customs brokers should consult the fiber composition labels and, if necessary, laboratory analysis reports to accurately ascertain these details before declaring the goods.

How is the duty calculated for products under HS 600410?

A 10-meter roll of knitted stretch fabric, weighing 1.5 kg and declared at a customs value of $50.00 USD, would attract a US duty of $1.50. This is calculated using the Most Favored Nation (MFN) duty rate of 3.0% ad valorem, applied to the declared value ($50.00 USD × 0.03 = $1.50). This calculation is based on the MFN rate published in the USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule for HS 600410. Note that specific product types might have additional duties or be subject to different rates.

Which trade agreements reduce duties for HS 600410?

Several free trade agreements may reduce the applicable duty rate for HS 600410, including the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). Under USMCA, originating fabrics from Canada or Mexico can enter the US duty-free. To claim this preferential rate, a valid USMCA certification of origin is required. Additionally, the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) may offer reduced or free entry for originating goods from certain developing countries, requiring a GSP Form A. The EU's trade agreements also offer preferential rates for originating goods.

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