Silk Bustier Top from Japan
A fitted, strapless women's top with boning, made from 76% silk nonwoven of heading 5602 laminated for support. HTS 6210.50.80.40 applies as other garment, not brassiere due to outerwear style. Fashion item for pairing with skirts.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%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 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Distinguish from 6212 corsets by lack of orthopedic function; focus on fashion use
• Test nonwoven for silk content; declare exact heading 5602 subheading