Cotton Nursing Bra from Japan
A cotton nursing bra with easy-access clips for breastfeeding, providing comfortable support with cotton-rich fabric and elastic panels. It is classified under HTS 6212.90.00.10 as a non-knitted brassiere of cotton or cotton blends with rubber/plastics. Heading 6212 specifically includes such functional brassieres.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide medical or functional descriptions if challenged, but classify by form not end-use
• Batch test for cotton content uniformity to prevent reclassification during audits
• Include invoices specifying 'brassiere' to avoid grouping with general apparel