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Women's Nylon Bikini Swimsuit from Japan

A two-piece bikini swimsuit made from nylon man-made fibers, featuring a triangle top with adjustable ties and low-rise bottoms with side ties. It is classified under HTS 6211.12.10 as women's swimwear of man-made fibers, designed specifically for swimming or beachwear, not knitted or crocheted. The lightweight, quick-drying fabric meets the criteria for non-knitted swimwear in Chapter 62.

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

• Verify fiber content exceeds 70% man-made fibers via lab tests to confirm classification and avoid reclassification to cotton blends

• Include swimwear-specific care labels and country-of-origin markings per U.S

• Customs requirements to prevent holds at entry

• Watch for common pitfalls like mislabeling as athletic wear, which could shift to heading 6211.32