Microfiber Legging-Style Compression Hosiery from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
14.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → 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