Cotton High-Waisted Panty-Girdle
A high-waisted undergarment that combines panty and girdle features, made primarily of cotton fabric to provide shaping and support for the midsection and hips. It is classified under tariff item 6212.20.00 as a girdle or panty-girdle, which includes articles made of cotton whether knitted or crocheted.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 18% | — | 18% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 18% | — | 18% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 18% | — | 18% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 18% | — | 18% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 18% | — | 18% |
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 garment is a corselette rather than a girdle
Corselettes are classified separately from girdles and panty-girdles.
If the product includes parts or accessories sold separately
Parts of girdles and similar articles are classified under this residual heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is properly labelled with fibre content and country of origin
• Cotton panty-girdles may be subject to the Textile Labelling Act; verify compliance before shipping
• Declare the correct value in Canadian dollars for duty calculation
Related Products under Tariff item 6212.20.00
Control Top Girdle Briefs
Control top girdle briefs combine the shaping function of a girdle with the coverage of briefs, featuring reinforced panels to flatten the abdomen. They are made from synthetic blends and are designed to be worn as undergarments. These articles fall under tariff item 6212.20.00 as panty-girdles, which are specifically included in this heading.
Control Top Panty-Girdle Briefs
Mid-rise panty-girdle briefs with a reinforced control top panel for smoothing the lower abdomen and hips. This garment is a made-up textile article, not knitted or crocheted, and is classified under tariff item 6212.20.00 as a panty-girdle.
Cotton Boned Panty-Girdle
A panty-girdle with internal boning for structured support, with an outer shell of cotton fabric. It is designed for shaping and is worn as an undergarment. This product is classified as a panty-girdle under tariff item 6212.20.00.
Cotton Control-Top Panty-Girdle
A panty-girdle with a reinforced control-top panel for abdominal compression, constructed from a breathable cotton blend fabric. It is designed as a shaping undergarment. This product is classified as a panty-girdle under tariff item 6212.20.00.
Cotton Everyday Shaper Girdle
A versatile daily-wear cotton panty-girdle designed for light shaping and comfort. It is a made-up textile article worn as an undergarment. This product is classified as a panty-girdle under tariff item 6212.20.00.
Cotton Firm-Control Girdle
A high-compression cotton girdle in panty style for dramatic waist reduction and hip contouring. It is a made-up textile article designed for shaping. This girdle falls under tariff item 6212.20.00 as a panty-girdle.