Steel Boned Overbust Corset from China
A structured overbust corset with steel boning designed for waist training and body shaping, made from satin and lace fabrics. It falls under HTS 6212.30.00.30 as a corset, being a made-up article that supports and compresses the torso, distinct from everyday undergarments. This classification applies whether knitted or crocheted, per Chapter 62 notes.
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
• Verify construction meets corset definition with boning or rigid support; provide detailed construction diagrams if challenged
• Label fiber content accurately per FTC rules; common pitfall is under-declaring synthetic blends over 50%
• Ensure not classified as orthopedic (9021) by confirming non-medical use; retain supplier specs