Spandex Blend Leggings Hosiery from China
Opaque knitted leggings functioning as thick hosiery, primarily polyester with spandex, but classified as 'other' due to blend specifics. HTS 6115.99.90.00 applies to non-tights hosiery without waist-tightening per notes. Used for fashion layering without drawstrings.
Duty Rate — China → United States
29.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Differentiate from heading 6113 garments by ensuring no pockets below waist or ribbed waistbands
• Obtain pre-shipment classification rulings for thick hosiery to avoid reclass to pants
• Comply with flammability standards for children's hosiery if applicable