Wool-Rich Artificial Fiber Compression Socks

Graduated compression socks knitted from viscose and 25% wool for therapeutic varicose vein support, classified as 'other' hosiery under HTS 6115.99.19.10 due to artificial fiber base and wool content exceeding 23%. Excludes full socks if ankle-style but fits as hosiery per HTS hierarchy.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China14.6%+10.0%24.6%
🇲🇽Mexico14.6%+10.0%24.6%
🇨🇦Canada14.6%+10.0%24.6%
🇩🇪Germany14.6%+10.0%24.6%
🇯🇵Japan14.6%+10.0%24.6%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6115.96.90Same rate: 24.6%

If primarily elastomeric for medical use

High elastomeric yarn content prioritizes 6115.96 over wool blends.

9021.90Lower: 10% vs 24.6%

If classified as orthopedic appliances

Chapter note excludes orthopedic items like medical compression from Chapter 61 to heading 9021.

6115.99.14Higher: 36.3% vs 24.6%

If containing 23% wool but of synthetic fibers

Synthetic (non-artificial) fibers use different subheading despite wool content.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain compression level certifications (e.g

RAL-GZ 387) and fiber analysis reports for FDA/customs scrutiny

Declare as 'graduated compression hosiery' explicitly to align with HTS examples like varicose stockings

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