Polyester Smoothing Girdle from Japan
Light smoothing girdle of breathable polyester man-made fibers, waist-high design with adjustable straps for custom fit. Classifies in HTS 6212.20.00.20 as man-made fiber girdle, made-up textile per chapter scope. Not a suit ensemble or baby garment.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
20%
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
• Ensure no ribbed waistband if claiming 6205 exclusion avoidance
• Declare value per dozen; undervaluation triggers audits
• Use bonded warehouse for seasonal imports to defer duties