Cotton Posture Corrector Corset
A cotton posture corrector corset is a made-up textile garment designed to support the back and improve posture through its structured panels and rear boning. It falls under tariff item 6212.30.00 as a corselette, a category covering corsets and similar body-shaping garments, and is not classifiable as an orthopedic appliance under heading 90.21.
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% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the corset includes significant non-textile components like metal or plastic that alter its essential character
Parts and similar articles of corselettes may be classified here when the item is not a complete corset.
If the corset is specifically designed for medical or orthopedic use and prescribed by a physician
Orthopedic appliances are excluded from Chapter 62 and fall under Chapter 90.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the corset is not marketed or designed as a medical device, as this could shift classification to heading 90.21
• Declare the fibre composition accurately, as cotton content may affect duty rates
• Keep commercial invoices detailing fabric type and construction for CBSA review
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