Elastic tape|HS Code

Elastic tape harmonized system code

Product Overview The Elastic Tape, classified under Harmonized System (HS) Code 5806, is a type of narrow woven fabric that exhibits a high degree of stretchability. It is primarily composed of synthetic or natural elastic fibers interlaced with less elastic threads for reinforcement. Elastic Tape under HS Code 5806 varies in width from a few millimeters to several centimeters, with the elasticity and tensile strength being the key quality attributes. The product classifications under HS Code 5806 are subdivided according to the material composition and processing methods, including knitted, woven, or braided forms. The Elastic Tape finds its primary applications in various industries such as the clothing industry for waistbands, sleeves, necklines and leg bands, in the medical industry for bandages and support wraps, and in the sports industry for athletic wear and gear. The value proposition of Elastic Tape lies in its versatility, durability, and its ability to maintain shape and tension under repetitive stress, giving it a competitive edge in the market. HS Code Classification & Trade Specifications Elastic Tape is classified under the HS Code 5806, where '58' represents the chapter for "Special woven fabrics; tufted textile fabrics; lace, tapestries; trimmings; embroidery", the '06' heading specifically designates “narrow woven fabrics other than goods of heading No.5807; narrow fabrics consisting of warp without weft assembled by means of an adhesive (bolducs)”. The rationale behind this classification is the product's narrow width and woven construction. In terms of trade considerations, Elastic Tape is typically packaged in rolls and stored in dry, cool conditions to preserve the elastic properties. The shipping requirements are standard, with no special considerations due to the product's durable nature. International quality standards for Elastic Tape focus on tensile strength, elasticity, colorfastness, and conformity with dimensional specifications. This product description aligns with WTO standards and customs documentation requirements, providing all the necessary factual and measurable attributes for efficient classification and trade.

Elastic tape Chapter Note

1.- This Chapter does not apply to textile fabrics referred to in Note 1 to Chapter 59, impregnated, coated, covered or laminated, or to other goods of Chapter 59. 2.- Heading 58.01 also includes woven weft pile fabrics which have not yet had the floats cut, at which stage they have no pile standing up. 3.- For the purposes of heading 58.03, “gauze” means a fabric with a warp composed wholly or in part of standing or ground threads and crossing or doup threads which cross the standing or ground threads making a half turn, a complete turn or more to form loops through which weft threads pass. 4.- Heading 58.04 does not apply to knotted net fabrics of twine, cordage or rope, of heading 56.08. 5.- For the purposes of heading 58.06, the expression “narrow woven fabrics” means : (a) Woven fabrics of a width not exceeding 30 cm, whether woven as such or cut from wider pieces, provided with selvedges (woven, gummed or otherwise made) on both edges; (b) Tubular woven fabrics of a flattened width not exceeding 30 cm; and (c) Bias binding with folded edges, of a width when unfolded not exceeding 30 cm. Narrow woven fabrics with woven fringes are to be classified in heading 58.08. 6.- In heading 58.10, the expression “embroidery” means, inter alia, embroidery with metal or glass thread on a visible ground of textile fabric, and sewn appliqué work of sequins, beads or ornamental motifs of textile or other materials. The heading does not apply to needlework tapestry (heading 58.05). 7.- In addition to the products of heading 58.09, this Chapter also includes articles made of metal thread and of a kind used in apparel, as furnishing fabrics or for similar purposes.