Fashion Week Sample Pantsuit from Canada
Professional sample pantsuit imported by apparel manufacturer for internal fit modeling and design review sessions within their own facilities. Classified under 9813.00.10 as it's used exclusively as a model by the importing manufacturer for quality control and styling evaluation, not retail sale.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit affidavit from manufacturer detailing specific modeling use and internal tracking procedures for samples
• Ensure samples bear clear 'NOT FOR SALE - MODEL ONLY' markings visible to customs upon inspection
• Document destruction or export of samples after modeling use to prove compliance with 'solely as models' requirement