HS code for shapewear

HS code

6212.20

US HTS code

6212.20.00

US general duty

20%

Source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule, Revision 21 (2026), effective 10/09/2026 · checked 2026-10-28

Girdles and panty-girdles, including most shapewear, are 6212.20.

US tariff lines under 6212.20

US HTS codeDescriptionGeneral duty
6212.20.00Girdles and panty-girdles
3 statistical suffixes (10-digit codes)
  • 6212.20.00.10 — Of cotton (349)
  • 6212.20.00.20 — Of man-made fibers (649)
  • 6212.20.00.30 — Other (859)
20%

Import duty on shapewear by country

Import into the US

20%

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Import into the UK

6%

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Import into the EU

6.5%

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Extra duties may apply

The general rate applies to most countries. Imports from some countries also pay additional duties under Chapter 99 of the HTS, such as Section 301 tariffs on many Chinese goods. Check the current measures for your country of origin before you order.

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Frequently asked questions

Q1What is the HS code for shapewear?
The international HS code for shapewear is 6212.20. Girdles and panty-girdles, including most shapewear, are 6212.20.
Q2What is the US import duty on shapewear?
Under HTS 6212.20.00, the US general duty rate is 20%. Goods from some countries pay additional duties on top of this rate.
Q3What is the 10-digit HTS code for shapewear?
The first 8 digits set the duty; the last 2 are statistical and depend on details such as material or who the product is for. The full list of US codes under 6212.20 is in the table above.
Q4Is the HS code the same in every country?
The first 6 digits (6212.20) are the same in every country that uses the Harmonized System. The digits after that, and the duty rates, are set by each country.

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Classification guidance only, not a binding ruling or customs advice. The right code depends on your product’s exact material, function and construction. For certainty, request a binding ruling from U.S. Customs and Border Protection or ask a licensed customs broker.