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Cotton Dress Shoulder Pads from Japan

Padded inserts made from woven cotton for adding structure to dress shoulders. Classified as parts of garments under HTS 6217.90.90.95, excluding orthopedic appliances. Made-up for easy insertion into women's dresses.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

14.6%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Differentiate from orthopedic pads with usage declarations; avoid medical claims

• Import in bulk without adhesive backing to maintain 'parts' status

• Label as non-knitted to stay in Chapter 62