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Nylon Knee-High Stockings

These knee-high stockings are made from artificial nylon fibers, knitted into a sheer hosiery form without applied soles. They fall under HTS 6115.99.19.20 as other hosiery of artificial fibers, distinct from pantyhose, tights, or socks. The lightweight, elastic construction provides leg coverage up to the knee.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China14.6%+12.5%27.1%
🇲🇽Mexico14.6%+10.0%24.6%
🇨🇦Canada14.6%+10.0%24.6%
🇩🇪Germany14.6%—14.6%
🇯🇵Japan14.6%—14.6%

Alternative Classifications

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

6115.95.90.00Higher: 33.5% vs 27.1%

If primarily composed of cotton or wool blends

Hosiery with natural fiber predominance shifts to 6115.95 for cotton/modal or wool hosiery headings.

6115.21.00Higher: 36% vs 27.1%

If made predominantly of synthetic fibers like polyester

Synthetic fiber hosiery (e.g., polyester) classifies under 6115.21, separate from artificial fibers like nylon.

6216.00.54Higher: 30.4% vs 27.1%

If not knitted or crocheted but woven

Woven hosiery or stockings move to Chapter 62, heading 6216, as this chapter covers only knitted articles.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify fiber content exceeds 70% artificial fibers like nylon via lab tests for accurate Chapter 61 classification

• Label products clearly with country of origin and fiber composition to avoid CBP reclassification

• Avoid common pitfalls like misdeclaring as socks if they lack foot-shaping typical of 6115.95