Cotton Steampunk Corset from Germany
A cotton steampunk corset features vintage styling with cotton brocade, metal grommets, and lacing for fashion-forward waist training. It qualifies for HTS 6212.30.0010 as a cotton corset under heading 6212, including articles with metal thread per chapter notes. The structured design confirms corset status over general apparel.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
23.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Highlight decorative elements separately but classify based on primary corset function
• Comply with CPSC standards for lacing safety if marketed for costume use
• Track category 349 restraints; bulk fashion corset shipments may hit limits