Polyester Underbust Corset from Germany
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 — 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
• 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