Wool-Rich Artificial Fiber Compression Socks from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
14.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• 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