Cotton Liner Socks
Cotton liner socks are thin, fine-gauge knitted socks designed to be worn under dress shoes. They are classified under tariff item 6115.95.00 as other cotton hosiery, without applied soles or orthopedic features. Their knitted construction and cotton composition qualify them for Chapter 61.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 16% | — | 16% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 16% | — | 16% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 16% | — | 16% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 16% | — | 16% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 16% | — | 16% |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the socks are graduated compression hosiery
Graduated compression hosiery is specifically named in the heading and would be classified separately.
If the socks are made of synthetic fibres
Socks of synthetic fibres fall under a different tariff item within the same heading.
If the socks are made of other textile materials
Hosiery of other textile materials, such as wool, is classified under this alternative.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the socks are made up knitted or crocheted articles, as required by Chapter 61
• Declare the cotton fibre composition accurately, as the duty rate may vary with fibre content
• Keep records of the manufacturing process to confirm no applied soles are present
Related Products under Tariff item 6115.95.00
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