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Corset Waist Cincher from Japan

A boned waist cincher corset for body shaping and posture support, featuring steel bones and hook closures in satin fabric. It qualifies under HTS 6212.90.00 as a corset or girdle-like article, covering shaping garments beyond basic brassieres.

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

• Declare boning material separately if detachable, as metal components may affect valuation

• Avoid orthopedic claims to prevent shift to heading 9021 for medical appliances

• Use HTS advisory rulings for hybrid shapewear/brassiere designs