Posture Correcting Corset from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
18%
Import Tips
• 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