Spandex Baby Leggings from Japan
Stretchy pull-on leggings made of synthetic spandex-blend fabric for babies ≤86 cm, used as base layer under outerwear. Classified under HTS 6209.30.30 as other made-up synthetic babies' garments, not under 6203/6204 due to baby priority and lacking suit/ensemble definitions.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
16%
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
• Test for elasticity claims; high spandex may trigger textile vs rubber chapter shifts
• Declare as individual garments, not ensembles, unless matching upper pieces included
• Watch for waist pockets or ribbing that disqualifies from certain baby subheadings