Polyester Underbust Corset from China
Underbust corset of polyester man-made fabric stopping above bust line with busk closure and laces. Classifies in HTS 6212.30.0020 for man-made fiber corsets providing torso support. Excluded from knitted-only chapters per heading scope.
Duty Rate — China → United States
43.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Maintain records of yarn construction (woven vs. knit) as it affects Chapter 62 vs. 61 determination
• Use proper packing to prevent boning damage, which could lead to 'parts' reclassification
• Check for special steel safeguard measures on apparel components affecting duty calculations