Dominican Republic Seamless Sports Bra from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → 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
• 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