HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 6212.30 – Corselettes; whether or not knitted or crocheted
HS code 6212.30 is the 6-digit subheading for corselettes, whether or not knitted or crocheted. It is used for full-body shaping corselettes, underwire corselettes, strapless corselettes, lace-trimmed corselettes and longline shaping bodysuits.
What HS 6212.30 covers
This HS code covers corselettes, which are distinctive one-piece foundation garments that ingeniously combine the features of a bra and a girdle, designed to comprehensively shape and support the torso. These garments can be constructed from diverse textile materials, frequently incorporating elasticized fabrics for optimal shaping, and may be manufactured using knitting, crocheting, or weaving techniques. The trade in corselettes is primarily driven by demand for extensive body shaping and support, often for special occasions, formal wear, or specific fashion requirements. Importers are typically countries with mature fashion markets and a discerning consumer base, while exporters are often specialized manufacturers with advanced expertise in the complex construction of intimate apparel, particularly in Asia and parts of Europe.
- Covers
- Full-body shaping corselettes
- Underwire corselettes
- Strapless corselettes
- Lace-trimmed corselettes
- Longline shaping bodysuits
- Bridal corselettes
- Firm control all-in-ones.
- Examples
- Rago Longline Corselette
- Wacoal Red Carpet Strapless Corselette
- Playtex 18 Hour Corselette
- Triumph Doreen Corselette
- Spanx Suit Your Fancy Strapless Cupped Mid-Thigh Bodysuit.
Codes often confused with 6212.30
Common mistake. Can be confused with 6212.90 (other corsets, suspender belts, garters and similar articles) or even 6212.10 (brassieres) if the garment is primarily a bra with an extended body, but 6212.30 specifically covers the combined bra-girdle function of a corselette.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 621230, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 621230 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 77% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 13% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $223M 77% of world exports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$9.5M 3.3% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Colombia $7.2M 2.5% of world exports
World total: $290M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $16M 13% of world imports
- 2 Germany $8.9M 7.2% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $8.5M 6.9% of world imports
World total: $123M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 6212.30
Brazil does not split HS 6212.30: its NCM code is 6212.30.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 62.12 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 6212.30
What is HS code 621230?
HS code 621230 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Corselettes; whether or not knitted or crocheted. This HS code covers corselettes, which are distinctive one-piece foundation garments that ingeniously combine the features of a bra and a girdle, designed to comprehensively shape and support the torso. These garments can be constructed from diverse textile materials, frequently incorporating elasticized fabrics for optimal shaping, and may be manufactured using knitting, crocheting, or weaving techniques. The trade in corselettes is primarily driven by demand for extensive body shaping and support, often for special occasions, formal wear, or specific fashion requirements. Importers are typically countries with mature fashion markets and a discerning consumer base, while exporters are often specialized manufacturers with advanced expertise in the complex construction of intimate apparel, particularly in Asia and parts of Europe.
What products fall under HS code 621230?
Full-body shaping corselettes, underwire corselettes, strapless corselettes, lace-trimmed corselettes, longline shaping bodysuits, bridal corselettes, firm control all-in-ones.
What are common misclassifications for HS code 621230?
Can be confused with 6212.90 (other corsets, suspender belts, garters and similar articles) or even 6212.10 (brassieres) if the garment is primarily a bra with an extended body, but 6212.30 specifically covers the combined bra-girdle function of a corselette.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 621230?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 621230 in UN Comtrade data were China ($223M, 77% of world exports), Vietnam (about $9.5M) and Colombia ($7.2M). World exports came to about $290M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 621230?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 621230 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($16M, 13% of world imports), Germany ($8.9M) and the United Kingdom ($8.5M). World imports came to about $123M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 621230 structured?
HS code 621230 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 (30) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 621230?
In Brazil, HS code 621230 is NCM 6212.30.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.