Steel Boned Overbust Corset from Germany
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 — 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
• 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