Product classification
HS code for Body shaper: 6212.30
Corselettes, whether or not knitted or crocheted.
Classification of body shaper under HS 6212.30
Body shapers, specifically those defined as corselettes, are classified under HS code 6212.30. This code is part of Chapter 62, which covers articles of apparel and clothing accessories, not knitted or crocheted, although heading 6212 is an exception that includes knitted or crocheted items. Heading 6212 specifically covers brassieres, girdles, corsets, braces, suspenders, garters, and similar articles and parts thereof. A corselette is a garment that combines the features of a brassiere and a girdle, providing support and shaping for the entire torso. These garments are often constructed from high-tension textile fabrics, frequently incorporating elastomeric yarns or rubber to provide the necessary compression. The classification under 6212.30 is determined by the garment's structural design and its function of supporting or shaping the body. Unlike standard undergarments classified in 6108 or 6208, which are primarily for hygiene and comfort, items in 6212 are characterized by their support function. This distinction is crucial for correct classification. Even if the body shaper is made of knitted fabric, it remains in 6212.30 due to the specific wording of the heading which encompasses these items regardless of their construction method. The presence of stays, elastic inserts, or reinforced panels is a strong indicator for this classification.
- Covers
- Full-body corselettes
- Shaping bodysuits with integrated bras
- Control suits for torso shaping
- One-piece body shapers
- Foundation garments covering the bust and hips
- Also under 6212.30
- 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. Body shapers are frequently misclassified under 6212.10 (brassieres) or 6212.20 (girdles). The distinction is that 6212.30 must cover both the bust and the lower torso. If the garment only covers the waist and hips, it is a girdle (6212.20). If it is a simple knitted bodysuit without shaping properties, it may fall under 6108.
Top exporters and importers of HS 621230 (the code used for body shaper), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 621230 (the code used for body shaper) 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.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 621230, not only body shaper.
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 body shaper
Brazil classifies body shaper under NCM 6212.30.00: HS 6212.30 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about body shaper
What is the HS code for Body shaper?
The HS code for Body shaper is 621230 (Corselettes; whether or not knitted or crocheted). The HS code for a full-body shaper or corselette is 6212.30.
How do I classify Body shaper for customs?
Body shaper is classified under HS code 621230 — Corselettes; whether or not knitted or crocheted. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include shapers made of knitted fabric?
Yes, heading 6212 is unique because it includes articles whether or not they are knitted or crocheted, unlike most other headings in Chapter 62.
Which countries are the top exporters of body shaper (HS 621230)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 621230 (the code used for body shaper) 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 body shaper (HS 621230)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 621230 (the code used for body shaper) 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.
Is the HS code for Body shaper the same in all countries?
The base HS code 621230 for Body shaper is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for body shaper in Brazil?
In Brazil, body shaper (HS 621230) is classified under NCM 6212.30.00.