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SITCSection 6
U.S. imports of knitted or crocheted fabrics with 5% or more elastic yarn or rubber thread (over 30 cm wide) (SITC 65522) totaled $6.5M in April 2026, traded with 43 countries.
Importers of Knitted or Crocheted Fabrics with 5% or More Elastic Yarn or Rubber Thread (Over 30 cm Wide) paid $1.5M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 24% on $6.1M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Knitted or Crocheted Fabrics with 5% or More Elastic Yarn or Rubber Thread (Over 30 cm Wide) imports of $6.5M in April 2026 ran 11% above the year-to-date monthly average of $5.8M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataThe elastic-yarn content threshold — 5% or more by weight of elastomeric yarn or rubber thread — is the defining classification criterion that separates these broad knitted fabrics from standard knit constructions. Widely used in activewear, swimwear, compression garments, and medical hosiery, these fabrics command close attention to fiber-content testing because a borderline elastane percentage can shift classification and duty exposure. Section 301 tariff measures may apply to shipments from certain origins, making supplier-origin documentation a compliance priority. Buyers sourcing for performance-apparel applications should confirm stretch-recovery specifications alongside fiber-content declarations.
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CBP typically relies on AATCC or ASTM fiber-content analysis methods. Importers should obtain laboratory test reports from an accredited textile testing facility confirming the percentage of elastomeric or rubber thread by weight, as this documentation supports the declared classification and can be requested during a CBP audit.
Depending on the country of origin, shipments may be subject to Section 301 tariffs or antidumping/countervailing duty orders. Importers should verify the current status of any applicable trade-remedy orders for their specific supplier country before finalizing sourcing decisions.
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEXICO | $172K | $3.2M | +$3.0M |
| TAIWAN | $2.6M | $50K | -$2.6M |
| DOMINICAN REPUBLIC | -- | $1.8M | +$1.8M |
| KOREA, SOUTH | $1.4M | $3K | -$1.4M |
| CHINA | $1.2M | $3K | -$1.2M |
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Monthly import values over time