Polyester Corset Bustier

A boned bustier corset from polyester satin with plastic boning, lacing at the back for waist cinching. Falls under HTS 6212.90.00.30 as a corset of man-made fibers including plastics. Often worn as shapewear or outer fashion piece.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.6%+17.5%24.1%
🇲🇽Mexico6.6%+10.0%16.6%
🇨🇦Canada6.6%+10.0%16.6%
🇩🇪Germany6.6%+10.0%16.6%
🇯🇵Japan6.6%+10.0%16.6%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6204.49.10Higher: 24.4% vs 24.1%

If designed as dress outerwear without support boning

Non-supportive bustiers resembling blouses/dresses classify as women's upper garments in 6204.

6212.20.00Higher: 37.5% vs 24.1%

If cotton outer fabric with minimal synthetics

Cotton corsets shift to 6212.20 based on predominant fiber.

4203.29.30Higher: 49% vs 24.1%

If leather or imitations thereof used

Leather girdles/corsets classify under Chapter 42 for articles of apparel.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document boning material (plastic vs metal) as metal thread is allowed but may affect valuation

Use HTS advisory rulings for fashion-forward corsets that blur lingerie/fashion lines

Bundle with matching panties only if sold separately to avoid ensemble classification

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