Corset Waist Cincher
A boned waist cincher corset made of satin fabric with steel bones and hook closures, designed for body shaping and posture support. It is a corset of heading 62.12, as it is a made-up textile article for shaping the torso. As it is not a brassiere, girdle, or other specific article with its own subheading, it falls under tariff item 6212.90.00 as an 'Other' article.
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 designed primarily as a girdle, covering the hips and thighs
Girdles are specifically provided for in heading 62.12, and a garment that functions as a girdle would be classified under that subheading.
If the corset is a medical or orthopaedic support device prescribed for a specific condition
Orthopaedic appliances are excluded from Chapter 62 by Chapter Note 2(b) and are classified in Chapter 90.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the corset is not an orthopaedic appliance of heading 90.21, which would be excluded from Chapter 62
• Verify the textile composition of the satin fabric, as the classification may change if the corset is knitted or crocheted
• Keep product specifications showing the boning and closure materials for CBSA review
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