Silk Garters Set from China
Adjustable silk garter straps with metal clips, made from 80% silk ribbon for holding stockings. Classified in HTS 6212.90.0050 as garters and similar articles under heading 6212, including knitted types. Typically sold in sets for formal attire.
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
• Classify as set only if put up for retail sale; individual pieces may shift
• Test for metal thread allowance per chapter notes if embellished
• Ensure no right/left closure issues, as unisex defaults to women's