Microfiber Legging-Style Compression Hosiery from Germany
Full-leg compression hosiery resembling yoga leggings but with true 25-35 mmHg graduated pressure from synthetic microfiber and Lycra. Knitted without soles for varicose vein therapy, under HTS 6115.10.40.00. Differentiated by medical compression vs fashion activewear.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
14.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Conduct stitch density tests to confirm knitted hosiery vs woven legging fabric
• Avoid 'legging' descriptors in commercial invoices; use 'compression hosiery'
• Document mmHg gradation to separate from Chapter 61 athletic garments