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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%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

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