Cotton Girdle from China
A high-waisted cotton girdle for smoothing and support, with rubberized edges for grip and stretch. Classified in HTS 6212.90.00.10 under girdles of cotton or cotton with rubber/plastics, as a made-up article in heading 6212. Excludes worn or orthopedic items.
Duty Rate — China → United States
26.6%
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
• Avoid orthopedic claims; classify as apparel, not 9021 medical devices
• Provide construction diagrams showing no waist pockets or ribbing to stay out of 6205/6206
• For bulk imports, use proper packing lists to prevent damage claims