Narrow Fabrics of Warp Without Weft Assembled by Adhesive (Bolducs)

Bolducs are a structurally unique narrow fabric: parallel warp yarns held together by an adhesive rather than interlaced with a weft, producing a flat, ribbon-like strip used primarily in packaging, gift wrapping, and floral decoration. The adhesive-assembly method — not weaving, knitting, or braiding — is the defining production characteristic that places bolducs in their own classification. Importers should be prepared to provide technical documentation confirming the absence of weft yarns and the adhesive bonding method, as CBP may otherwise classify the product as a woven or nonwoven fabric. These goods are typically low-bulk, high-volume items sourced from Asian manufacturing centers.

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