Steel Boned Underbust Girdle from Japan
Underbust girdle with flexible steel bones for waist training and posture support, non-knitted satin exterior. Under HTS 6212.20.0030 as 'other girdles', emphasizing waist reduction without full corset enclosure. Popular in vintage fashion.
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
• Declare steel content separately for potential metal duties
• Obtain binding ruling for boning type to avoid corset subheading
• Package for retail to confirm made-up article status