HS Code Subheading

Fabrics; narrow (excluding pile fabrics), containing by weight 5% or more of elastomeric yarn or rubber thread

5806.20 Subheading
Section XI — Textiles and textile articles

About HS Code 580620

This category covers narrow woven fabrics that incorporate at least 5% elastomeric yarn or rubber thread, giving them significant stretch and recovery properties. These specialized textiles are crucial in industries requiring flexibility and durability, such as apparel, medical, and sporting goods. Importers include garment manufacturers, medical supply companies, and producers of activewear, seeking materials for waistbands, straps, and supportive elements. Exporters are typically specialized textile mills focusing on technical fabrics. Understanding the exact percentage of elastomeric content and the type of fiber blend is critical for accurate classification and trade compliance.

Products Under This Code

Elastic waistbands, bra straps, medical compression bandages, athletic tape, bungee cord webbing, suspender elastic, swimwear elastic

Real World Examples

Nike Dri-FIT waistbands, Under Armour compression bands, 3M Coban self-adherent wrap, Speedo swimwear elastic, YKK elastic tapes

Common Misclassification

This code is frequently confused with other narrow woven fabrics (HS 58063x) if the elastomeric content is overlooked, or with knitted elastic fabrics (HS 6002) which have a different construction.

Products Classified Under 5806.20

Elastic narrow fabricStretch webbing

Related Codes

5806.10 Fabrics; woven pile (including terry towelling and similar terry fabrics) and chenille fabrics (excluding goods of heading 5807) 5806.31 Fabrics; narrow woven fabrics, n.e.c. in heading no. 5806, of cotton (excluding goods of heading no. 5807) 5806.32 Fabrics, narrow woven fabrics, n.e.c. in heading no. 5806, of man-made fibres (excluding goods of heading no. 5807) 5806.39 Fabrics; narrow woven fabrics, n.e.c. in heading no. 5806, of textile materials n.e.c. in item no. 5806.3 (excluding goods of heading no. 5807) 5806.40 Fabrics; narrow woven, consisting of warp without weft, assembled by means of an adhesive (bolducs)

Industry

This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.

Trade Overview

China, Taiwan, and Germany are significant producers, with global apparel and medical industries being key importers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 580620?

HS code 580620 covers: Fabrics; narrow (excluding pile fabrics), containing by weight 5% or more of elastomeric yarn or rubber thread. This category covers narrow woven fabrics that incorporate at least 5% elastomeric yarn or rubber thread, giving them significant stretch and recovery properties. These specialized textiles are crucial in industries requiring flexibility and durability, such as apparel, medical, and sporting goods. Importers include garment manufacturers, medical supply companies, and producers of activewear, seeking materials for waistbands, straps, and supportive elements. Exporters are typically specialized textile mills focusing on technical fabrics. Understanding the exact percentage of elastomeric content and the type of fiber blend is critical for accurate classification and trade compliance.

What products fall under HS code 580620?

Elastic waistbands, bra straps, medical compression bandages, athletic tape, bungee cord webbing, suspender elastic, swimwear elastic

What are common misclassifications for HS code 580620?

This code is frequently confused with other narrow woven fabrics (HS 58063x) if the elastomeric content is overlooked, or with knitted elastic fabrics (HS 6002) which have a different construction.

How is HS code 580620 structured?

HS code 580620 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (58) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (06) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.