Spandex Girdle Shaper from Japan
A high-waisted shapewear girdle made from 80% nylon and 20% spandex, compressing the midsection for smoothing effect. It qualifies for HTS 6212.90.00.30 as a girdle of man-made fibers with plastic elastic components. Designed for everyday wear under clothing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Classify based on primary function (support/shaping) rather than marketing as 'underwear'
• Provide commercial invoices detailing exact fiber percentages and construction method
• Avoid misdeclaration as 'panties' which would shift to heading 6208