Wool-Rich Artificial Fiber Compression Socks from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
14.6%
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
• 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