Polyester Corset Bustier from China
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.
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
• 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