Pure Silk Corset

A structured women's corset crafted from 100% silk dupioni with boning for shaping, exceeding 70% silk content. Classified under HTS 6212.90.0050 as corsets and similar articles in heading 6212, allowing knitted or crocheted construction. Ideal for formal evening wear or shapewear.

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.

6212.90.00Same rate: 24.1%

If containing under 70% silk

Other brassieres, girdles, etc., not predominantly silk fall into the residual subheading within the same HTS structure.

6204.69Lower: 12.8% vs 24.1%

If designed as women's dress not primarily for support

Women's or girls' dresses of silk shift to heading 6204 if not functioning as corsets or undergarments.

6307.90.98Higher: 24.5% vs 24.1%

If imported as worn or second-hand

Worn clothing and articles are excluded from Chapter 62 and classified under heading 6309.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide invoices specifying exact silk waste or fiber content to justify the 70% threshold during customs valuation

Register for C-TPAT if importing regularly to expedite clearance for luxury silk textiles

Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain silk products from specific countries like China