About HS Code 621220
This category encompasses girdles and panty-girdles, which are types of shapewear designed to provide support and contour the body. These garments can be crafted from a variety of textile materials, often incorporating elasticized fabrics for compression, and may be produced through knitting, crocheting, or weaving. The trade in girdles and panty-girdles is influenced by evolving fashion trends, body positivity movements, and the continuous consumer demand for comfortable yet effective shaping solutions. Importers are typically countries with strong retail sectors and a high consumer demand for intimate apparel, while exporters are often specialized manufacturers located in Asia and parts of Europe, known for their expertise in producing intricate foundation garments.
Products Under This Code
High-waist girdles, control top panty-girdles, shaping briefs, firm control shapewear shorts, waist cinchers (panty-girdle style), seamless shaping panties, thigh shapers.
Real World Examples
Spanx Power Series Girdle, Bali Skimp Skamp Panty Girdle, Maidenform Flexees Control Brief, Wacoal Visual Effects Minimizer Girdle, Jockey Skimmies Slipshort.
Common Misclassification
Can be confused with 6212.90 (other corsets, suspender belts, garters and similar articles) if the item is a different type of body shaper, but 6212.20 is specific to girdles and panty-girdles.
Products Classified Under 6212.20
Industry
This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.
Trade Overview
The USA, Germany, and France are major importers, with China, Vietnam, and Turkey being significant exporters.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 621220?
HS code 621220 covers: Girdles and panty-girdles; whether or not knitted or crocheted. This category encompasses girdles and panty-girdles, which are types of shapewear designed to provide support and contour the body. These garments can be crafted from a variety of textile materials, often incorporating elasticized fabrics for compression, and may be produced through knitting, crocheting, or weaving. The trade in girdles and panty-girdles is influenced by evolving fashion trends, body positivity movements, and the continuous consumer demand for comfortable yet effective shaping solutions. Importers are typically countries with strong retail sectors and a high consumer demand for intimate apparel, while exporters are often specialized manufacturers located in Asia and parts of Europe, known for their expertise in producing intricate foundation garments.
What products fall under HS code 621220?
High-waist girdles, control top panty-girdles, shaping briefs, firm control shapewear shorts, waist cinchers (panty-girdle style), seamless shaping panties, thigh shapers.
What are common misclassifications for HS code 621220?
Can be confused with 6212.90 (other corsets, suspender belts, garters and similar articles) if the item is a different type of body shaper, but 6212.20 is specific to girdles and panty-girdles.
How is HS code 621220 structured?
HS code 621220 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (62) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (12) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.