Ballet Tutu Costume Set

Professional ballet tutu ensemble with tulle skirt, corset, and headpiece for principal dancer in Swan Lake production. Imported temporarily by ballet company director for U.S. tour performances. Qualifies under 9817.00.98.00 as theatrical apparel for ballet production.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+10.0%10%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6211.49Higher: 17.3% vs 10%

If imported as general women's apparel for retail

Chapter 62 for track suits and swimwear, not production-specific apparel

9804.00.35Same rate: 10%

If personal effects of individual dancer rather than production property

For personal baggage/articles, excluding production-owned costumes

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document costume measurements and performer assignments,Provide tour itinerary showing temporary U.S. performances,Use bonded carrier for transport to avoid duty complications

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