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Travel Compression Socks in Spandex-Nylon from Germany

Ankle-length compression socks blending nylon and spandex synthetics for DVT prevention on flights. Graduated 20 mmHg pressure. Under HTS 6115.96.90 as other graduated compression hosiery.

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

• FDA registration if medical claims made; otherwise apparel treatment

• Specify compression levels in technical specs for CBP review

• Blend ratios critical; high spandex may need 6115.92