Dominican Republic Seamless Sports Bra

A seamless sports brassiere under HTS 6212.10, produced in the Dominican Republic with moisture-wicking fabric and wide comfort bands, qualifies for reduced duties under U.S. note 6(i) when directly imported. Designed for athletic support without underwires. Haiti production would receive identical treatment.

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.

6212.10Higher: 26.9% vs 10%

If standard classification without special program qualification

Applies regular Chapter 62 duties when special trade provisions of subchapter XXII don't apply

6112.39.00Higher: 30.7% vs 10%

If knitted track suits or athletic wear sets containing bras

Classification shifts to Chapter 61 when sold as coordinated athletic garment sets rather than individual brassieres

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide bill of lading proving direct shipment from Dominican Republic port to U.S. without transshipment through non-qualifying countries

Conduct factory audits to verify compliance with labor and production standards required for subchapter XXII benefits

Use commercial invoice clearly stating HTS 9820.62.12 classification and U.S. note 6(i) eligibility to expedite customs clearance