Cotton Half Slip from Japan
A mid-thigh length cotton half slip with elastic waistband, used to prevent clinging under skirts. Classified in HTS 6208.19.2000 as a women's petticoat of cotton, fitting Chapter 62's scope for made-up woven textile undergarments other than knitted.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Obtain a commercial invoice specifying 'woven cotton petticoat' to support classification and prevent audits
• Ensure no pockets below waist or ribbed waistband, as per Chapter notes, to stay out of 6205/6206