Cotton Diabetic Socks from Japan
Non-binding cotton crew socks with extra padding for diabetic foot care, knitted construction. Under HTS 6115.95.90.00 as other cotton hosiery (not graduated compression). Medical features don't trigger orthopedic exclusion unless surgical.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
13.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Avoid 'medical device' claims unless FDA-approved to prevent 9021 shift
• Document seamlessness and padding as style, not therapeutic function
• Comply with FTC health claims substantiation for marketing post-import