Wool Blend Body Shaper from Germany
Full-torso body shaper of wool exterior with plastic mesh lining and rubber edges for smoothing, from bust to thigh. Classifies in HTS 6212.90.00.20 as a girdle/corset hybrid of wool and plastics, no waist pockets or ribbing per 6205/6206 exclusion. Provides seamless silhouette under clothing.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Confirm no pockets below waist or ribbed bottom to stay out of 6205/6206
• Lab test for 50%+ wool; lower ratios reclass to synthetics
• Avoid 'orthopedic' terms—trusses exclude to 9021