Women's Cotton Briefs

Classic women's cotton briefs are low-rise undergarments designed for everyday wear, featuring a full-coverage brief style made primarily from knitted cotton fabric. They fall under HTS 6208.91.3010 as women's undershirts, slips, petticoats, briefs, and similar articles of cotton, excluding knitted or crocheted items in Chapter 61. The cotton composition and women's sizing distinguish them for this classification.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China11.2%+17.5%28.7%
🇲🇽Mexico11.2%+10.0%21.2%
🇨🇦Canada11.2%+10.0%21.2%
🇩🇪Germany11.2%+10.0%21.2%
🇯🇵Japan11.2%+10.0%21.2%

Alternative Classifications

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

6108.21.00Lower: 25.1% vs 28.7%

If knitted or crocheted

Knitted cotton briefs are classified in Chapter 61 for knitted undershirts, slips, petticoats, briefs, and similar articles.

6208.91.10Lower: 25% vs 28.7%

If containing 70% or more lace or net fabric by weight

High lace content shifts classification to specific subheading for lace-embellished women's cotton undergarments.

6212.10Lower: 26.9% vs 28.7%

If sold as a set with brassieres

Brassiere sets including briefs are classified under heading 6212 for women's garment sets.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify cotton content exceeds 70% via lab tests for accurate Chapter 62 classification; blends may shift to other subheadings

Label garments with fiber content, country of origin, and care instructions per FTC and CBP requirements to avoid detentions

Avoid common pitfalls like misdeclaring as knitted (Chapter 61) if woven construction applies

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Women's Cotton Panties

Women's cotton panties in a bikini style offer moderate coverage with elastic waistbands, crafted from woven cotton for breathability and comfort. Classified under HTS 6208.91.3010 as other women's cotton briefs, panties, and similar articles in Chapter 62 for non-knitted textile undergarments. Their design and material fit the 'other' category for women's intimate apparel.

Women's Cotton Nightdress

A lightweight women's cotton nightdress with a knee-length hem and V-neckline, made from soft woven cotton for sleepwear comfort. It qualifies for HTS 6208.91.3010 as women's nightdresses and similar articles of cotton, part of Chapter 62's non-knitted apparel. Excludes orthopedic or worn items per chapter exclusions.

Women's Cotton Pajama Set

Women's cotton pajama set includes a button-front top and drawstring pants, both woven from breathable cotton fabric for nighttime lounging. Falls under HTS 6208.91.3010 as women's pajamas and similar cotton articles, not qualifying as ensembles due to separate sale. Chapter 62 applies to non-knitted made-up textile garments.

Women's Cotton Bathrobe

Women's cotton bathrobe with a shawl collar, belt closure, and patch pockets, constructed from terry woven cotton for post-bath absorption. Classified in HTS 6208.91.3010 as women's bathrobes and dressing gowns of cotton in the 'other' category. Excludes surgical belts per chapter notes.

Women's Cotton Slip

Women's full-length cotton slip with adjustable straps and lace trim, serving as an undergarment for dresses made from woven cotton. HTS 6208.91.3010 covers women's slips and petticoats of cotton as non-knitted articles. Prima facie classification prioritizes this heading for undergarments.

Women's Cotton Negligee

Sheer women's cotton negligee with lace insets and flowing silhouette, designed as intimate sleep or lounge wear from lightweight woven cotton. Fits HTS 6208.91.3010 for women's negligees and similar cotton articles, excluding sets or ensembles. Non-knitted construction places it in Chapter 62.