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SITCSection 6
U.S. imports of narrow woven fabrics with 5% or more elastomeric yarn or rubber thread (SITC 65612) totaled $436K in April 2026, traded with 32 countries.
Importers of Narrow Woven Fabrics with 5% or More Elastomeric Yarn or Rubber Thread paid $85K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 21% on $399K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Narrow Woven Fabrics with 5% or More Elastomeric Yarn or Rubber Thread imports of $436K in April 2026 ran 20% below the year-to-date monthly average of $544K.
Last updated: April 2026 dataElastomeric content at or above 5% by weight is the threshold that routes these narrow woven fabrics into a dedicated classification, reflecting their distinct stretch-and-recovery performance profile compared to conventional narrow wovens. Waistband elastics, bra straps, garter webbing, and medical compression tapes are typical commercial applications. As with broad elastic fabrics, fiber-content testing is the evidentiary backbone of correct classification, and importers should retain laboratory reports. Trade-remedy exposure varies by origin, so sourcing decisions should account for any applicable Section 301 or antidumping measures.
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Yes. The heading explicitly includes both elastomeric yarn and rubber thread in the weight calculation. Importers should ensure laboratory fiber-content reports identify each component separately so that the combined elastic-element percentage can be confirmed against the 5% threshold.
If the narrow elastic fabric is incorporated into a finished medical device, FDA device regulations may apply to the finished article. However, the fabric itself imported as a textile intermediate is generally subject only to CBP classification and any applicable trade-remedy duties. Importers should clarify the end-use designation with their customs broker when the same material serves both apparel and medical markets.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEXICO | $33K | $923K | +$890K |
| ITALY | $129K | -- | -$129K |
| CHINA | $83K | $28K | -$55K |
| HONDURAS | -- | $104K | +$104K |
| DOMINICAN REPUBLIC | $10K | $62K | +$52K |
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