Cotton Posture Corrector Corset from Japan
Cotton posture corrector corsets use breathable cotton panels with rear boning to improve spinal alignment and posture during wear. HTS 6212.30.0010 covers it as a cotton corset, distinct from orthopedic appliances per chapter exclusions. Focus on shaping function aligns with heading 6212 scope.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
23.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Differentiate from 9021 via marketing as fashion shapewear, not therapeutic device
• Provide construction diagrams showing non-adjustable panels vs. medical braces
• Label fiber content accurately; blends over 50% cotton stay in this subheading