Girdles and panty-girdles
Brassieres, girdles, corsets, braces, suspenders, garters and similar articles and parts thereof, whether or not knitted or crocheted: > Girdles and panty-girdles
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Subheadings
Products classified under HTS 6212.20.00
High-Waisted Cotton Panty-Girdle
A high-waisted undergarment combining panties with a girdle feature, made from cotton fabric to provide light compression around the midsection and hips. It falls under HTS 6212.20.00 as a panty-girdle, which is a made-up article designed for shaping the lower torso, distinct from brassieres or other apparel. This classification applies regardless of knitting or crocheting since heading 6212 explicitly includes both.
Lace-Trimmed Nylon Girdle
A full girdle made from nylon with decorative lace trim, offering firm control from waist to thighs for body shaping. Classified under HTS 6212.20.00 specifically for girdles and panty-girdles as made-up textile articles for support and shaping, separate from everyday apparel in other Chapter 62 headings.
Elastane Power Panty-Girdle
A stretchy panty-girdle with high elastane content for powerful tummy and hip control, designed as an undergarment. It qualifies for HTS 6212.20.00 as a panty-girdle, a subset of brassieres, girdles, and similar shaping articles in Chapter 62, excluding standard clothing.
Silk Blend Longline Girdle
A luxurious longline girdle extending from bust to thighs, blended with silk for smooth shaping. Under HTS 6212.20.00 for girdles providing torso control, as made-up articles distinct from blouses or shirts per Chapter 62 notes.
Seamless Spandex Panty-Girdle
Seamless panty-girdle constructed from spandex for invisible smoothing under clothing. HTS 6212.20.00 covers such panty-girdles as specialized shaping undergarments, not knitted apparel excluded by chapter notes.
Control Top Girdle Briefs
Brief-style girdle with control top panels for abdominal flattening, made from synthetic blends. Fits HTS 6212.20.00 as panty-girdles, emphasizing the hybrid panty-shaping function per legal definitions.
Postpartum Recovery Panty-Girdle
Supportive panty-girdle designed for postpartum recovery, providing gentle compression. Classified in HTS 6212.20.00 for girdles and panty-girdles, excluding orthopedic appliances per chapter exclusions.
High-Control Nylon Girdle
Firm high-control nylon girdle for waist reduction and smoothing. HTS 6212.20.00 applies to such girdles as core shaping articles in the brassieres and similar group.
Latex-Free Elastomeric Panty-Girdle
Hypoallergenic panty-girdle using elastomeric fibers, free of latex for sensitive skin. Under HTS 6212.20.00 as a panty-girdle for body contouring.
Vintage-Style Satin Girdle
Satin-finish girdle evoking vintage shapewear with structured panels. HTS 6212.20.00 for girdles, accommodating metal thread or fancy fabrics per chapter notes.