Heading 6212

Brassieres, girdles, corsets, braces, suspenders, garters and similar articles and parts thereof, whether or not knitted or crocheted

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Heading 6212 covers brassieres, girdles, corsets, braces, suspenders, garters and similar articles, plus parts of those articles, whether or not knitted or crocheted. The heading splits first by article type: brassieres in 6212.10, girdles and panty-girdles in 6212.20, corsets in 6212.30, and all other articles and parts in 6212.90. Brassieres then split by whether they contain lace, net or embroidery, by silk weight, and by fiber content.

Products in this heading

Underwire brassiere of man-made fibers with lace trim
Plain cotton brassiere without lace or net
Panty girdle of cotton
Corset of man-made fibers
Garter belt or suspender belt
Bra cup pads and other brassiere parts
Elastic waist cincher classed as a similar article

How to choose the right subheading

Article type: brassiere, girdle or panty-girdle, corset, or other article or part.
For brassieres, whether the article contains lace, net or embroidery.
For brassieres, whether the article contains 70% or more by weight of silk or silk waste.
Fiber content: cotton, man-made fibers, wool, silk, or other materials.
For 6212.90, whether the article is combined with rubber or plastics.

Often confused with

Bikini tops and other swimwear
Swimwear is classified in heading 6211, not with brassieres.
Heading 6211
Women's knit panties and slips
Underskirts, briefs and panties are covered by heading 6208.
Heading 6208
Handkerchiefs
Handkerchiefs have their own heading and are not worn as body support.
Heading 6213
Orthopedic support braces worn for a medical condition
Orthopedic appliances are classified by function in heading 9021.
Heading 9021
Babies' bras and similar infant garments
Garments for babies are classified in heading 6209.
Heading 6209

Frequently asked questions

What is the HTS code for a lace bra of man-made fibers?

A brassiere containing lace, net or embroidery, of man-made fibers, is classified under 6212.10.50.20 at a general (MFN) rate of 16.9%.

What is the duty on a cotton corset?

Corsets of cotton are classified under 6212.30.00.10 at a general (MFN) rate of 23.5%.

How do I classify a cotton panty girdle?

A panty girdle of cotton falls under 6212.20.00.10 at a general (MFN) rate of 20%.

Guide written from the official schedule text. Rates quoted are general (MFN) rates; check the line page for trade agreement rates and the classification of your exact product.