Posture Correcting Corset
A posture correcting corset is a back-supporting garment with rigid plastic stays and breathable mesh panels, designed for daily posture improvement. It is classified under tariff item 6212.30.00 as a corselette, as it is a non-orthopedic corset and lacks the medical prescription requirements of 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 is a prescribed orthopedic appliance for a medical condition
Orthopedic appliances are excluded from Chapter 62.
If the corset is imported with replacement stays or panels
Parts of corselettes are classified under this heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Avoid marketing the corset as a medical device unless it is certified, as this could lead to reclassification under Chapter 90
• Clearly state the product is for posture support, not medical treatment
• Declare the plastic stays as integral components of the corset
Related Products under Tariff item 6212.30.00
Acrylic Steampunk Corset
An acrylic steampunk corset is a fashion garment of man-made fibres with metal buckles and grommets, styled for Victorian-inspired looks. It is classified under tariff item 6212.30.00 as a corselette, as it is a made-up textile article for body shaping, and the decorative elements do not change its classification.
Boning-Free Soft Corset
> A lightweight, boning-free corset made from stretch nylon for everyday shaping without rigidity. It is classified under tariff item 6212.30.00 as a corselette, which includes girdle-like compression garments that shape the torso, even when made of elasticized textile materials.
Cotton Bridal Corset
> Cotton bridal corsets provide wedding gown foundation shaping with breathable cotton lining, lace-up back, and hook front. They are classified under tariff item 6212.30.00 as corselettes, regardless of the textile material, as heading 62.12 covers all textile corselettes.
Cotton Canvas Corset
A cotton canvas corset is a durable garment made from cotton canvas with spiral steel boning, designed for rugged daily wear and shaping. It falls under tariff item 6212.30.00 as a corselette, as it is a made-up textile article for body shaping, and the heavy fabric does not affect classification.
Cotton Dance Competition Corset
> Cotton dance competition corsets feature reinforced cotton for high-movement support in ballroom or latin dancewear. They are classified under tariff item 6212.30.00 as corselettes, as they are made-up textile articles for torso shaping.
Cotton Gothic Underbust Corset
> Cotton gothic underbust corsets sit below the bust with heavy cotton duck canvas, steel bones, and busk closure for alternative fashion shaping. They are classified under tariff item 6212.30.00 as corselettes, as they are structured textile garments.