Import trade restrictions for 6212100000 80
This table contains information on trade restrictions for the import of goods into the EU and the EU into third countries. The table contains information on trade restrictions which are imposed due to customs unions, preferences, tariff quotas, customs unions, veterinary controls, third country duties and non-preferential tariff quotas.
| Origin country | Start | Duty / Tax | Legal base Measure type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2020 | GSP - General arrangements 2020 | 01-01-2015 | 5.2 % | Tariff preference 142 |
| Viet Nam VN | 01-01-2025 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
| Singapore SG | 01-01-2027 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
2005 | GSP-EBA (Special arrangement for the least-developed countries - Everything But Arms) 2005 | 12-08-2020 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 |
| Singapore SG | 21-11-2022 – 31-12-2026 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
| Costa Rica CR | 01-01-2026 – 31-12-2026 | 0 % | Preferential tariff quota 143 | |
| Honduras HN | 01-01-2026 – 31-12-2026 | 0 % | Preferential tariff quota 143 | |
| El Salvador SV | 01-01-2026 – 31-12-2026 | 0 % | Preferential tariff quota 143 | |
| Nicaragua NI | 01-01-2026 – 31-12-2026 | 0 % | Preferential tariff quota 143 | |
| Canada CA | 01-01-2026 – 31-12-2026 | 0 % | Preferential tariff quota 143 | |
1011 | ERGA OMNES 1011 | 01-01-2008 | NAR | Supplementary unit 109 |
1011 | ERGA OMNES 1011 | 15-09-1994 | 6.5 % | Third country duty 103 |
| New Zealand NZ | 01-05-2024 | 0 % | Preferential tariff quota 143 | |
| Faroe Islands FO | 01-01-1997 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
XL | Melilla XL | 01-01-1999 | 0 % | Accession act0001/85 Tariff preference 142 |
| Occupied palestinian Territory PS | 01-01-2001 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
| San Marino SM | 01-01-2006 | 0 % | Customs union duty 106 | |
| Andorra AD | 01-01-2006 | 0 % | Customs union duty 106 | |
| Türkiye TR | 01-01-2006 | 0 % | Customs union duty 106 | |
| EU-Switzerland agreement: re-imported goods 1007 | 01-01-2007 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
2027 | GSP+ (incentive arrangement for sustainable development and good governance) 2027 | 01-01-2014 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 |
| Moldova, Republic of MD | 01-01-2016 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
| Ukraine UA | 01-01-2016 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
| Ecuador EC | 01-01-2017 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
| United Kingdom GB | 01-01-2021 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
2080 | OCTs (Overseas Countries and Territories) 2080 | 01-01-2021 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 |
| Ghana GH | 01-01-2027 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
XS | Serbia XS | 01-02-2010 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 |
| Japan JP | 01-02-2020 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
| Chile CL | 01-02-2025 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
| Tunisia TN | 01-03-1998 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
| Morocco MA | 01-03-2000 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
| Peru PE | 01-03-2013 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
| North Macedonia MK | 01-04-2004 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
| Lebanon LB | 01-04-2006 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
| Albania AL | 01-04-2009 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
| Kosovo XK | 01-04-2016 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
| Jordan JO | 01-05-2002 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
| Montenegro ME | 01-05-2010 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
| New Zealand NZ | 01-05-2024 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
| Egypt EG | 01-06-2004 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
XC | Ceuta XC | 01-07-1991 | 0 % | Accession act0001/85 Tariff preference 142 |
2012 | EEA - European Economic Area 2012 | 01-07-2007 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina BA | 01-07-2008 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
| Korea, Republic of (South Korea) KR | 01-07-2011 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
| Mexico MX | 01-07-2016 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
| Kenya KE | 01-07-2024 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
| United States US | 01-07-2026 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
| Syria SY | 01-08-1994 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
| Colombia CO | 01-08-2013 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
2200 | Central America 2200 | 01-08-2013 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 |
| Algeria DZ | 01-09-2005 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
| Georgia GE | 01-09-2014 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
1011 | ERGA OMNES 1011 | 01-11-2026 | 2 EUR | Union handling fee 800 |
1011 | ERGA OMNES 1011 | 01-11-2026 | 3 EUR | Low-value consignment customs duty 107 |
| Ivory Coast CI | 02-12-2019 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
2000 | Preferential origin in accordance with the Agreement in the form of an Exchange of Letters between the European Union and the Kingdom of Morocco on the amendment of Protocols 1 and 4 to the Euro-Mediterranean Agreement establishing an association between the European Communities and their Member States, of the one part, and the Kingdom of Morocco, of the other part. 2000 | 03-10-2025 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 |
| Cameroon CM | 04-08-2014 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
1035 | SADC EPA 1035 | 10-10-2016 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 |
| South Africa ZA | 10-10-2016 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
| Armenia AM | 10-10-2026 – 11-10-2028 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
1034 | Eastern and Southern Africa States 1034 | 14-05-2012 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 |
| Ghana GH | 15-12-2016 – 31-12-2026 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
| Israel IL | 16-05-2023 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
| Solomon Islands SB | 17-05-2020 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
| Switzerland CH | 20-12-1972 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
| Papua New Guinea PG | 20-12-2009 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
| EU-Canada agreement: re-imported goods 1006 | 21-09-2017 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
| Canada CA | 21-09-2017 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
| Fiji FJ | 28-07-2014 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 | |
1033 | CARIFORUM 1033 | 29-12-2008 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 |
| Samoa WS | 31-12-2018 | 0 % | Tariff preference 142 |
| Origin country | Start | Duty / Tax | Legal base Measure type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Korea (Democratic People’s Republic of Korea) KP | 01-02-2018 | Document required banned without it | Import control on luxury goods 728 | |
| North Korea (Democratic People’s Republic of Korea) KP | 12-10-2017 | Document required banned without it | Restriction on entry into free circulation 475 | |
| Ukraine UA | 24-06-2026 | Document required banned without it | Import control 762 | |
| Ukraine UA | 24-06-2026 | Document required banned without it | Import control 760 |
Explanation of trade restrictions
Erga Omnes means "for all".
Third countries are countries that are not part of the EU.
GSP means "Generalised System of Preferences".
GSP Plus means "Generalised System of Preferences Plus".
European Economic Area (EEA) means all EU member states and Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway.
OCTs stands for "Overseas Countries and Territories". They are countries and territories that are not part of the EU. More information
CARIFORUM is a regional economic integration organisation comprising 15 Caribbean Community (CARICOM) countries and the Dominican Republic.
SADC EPA stands for "Southern African Development Community - Economic Partnership Agreement".
Duty means "customs duties".
Estimate the import cost for 621210
- Customs value €1,000.00
- Customs duty 6.5 % €65.00
- Import VAT 19 % €202.35
- Total €1,267.35
An estimate only. The customs value is the price including transport and insurance to the EU border. Excise duties, other fees and producer-specific anti-dumping rates are not included. Preferential rates need valid proof of origin. Country groups and exclusions: TARIC, as of November 2026.
Export measures for 6212100000
What applies when these goods leave the EU: export controls, dual-use and other authorisations, bans per destination and the supplementary unit of the export declaration.
| Destination | Start | Duty / Tax | Legal base Measure type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1011 | ERGA OMNES 1011 | 01-01-2008 | NAR | Supplementary unit 109 |
| Destination | Start | Duty / Tax | Legal base Measure type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Syria SY | 13-09-2012 | Document required banned without it | Export control on restricted goods and technologies 717 | |
| Russian Federation RU | 24-06-2023 | Document required banned without it | Export control on luxury goods 718 | |
| North Korea (Democratic People’s Republic of Korea) KP | 28-06-2018 | Document required banned without it | Export control on luxury goods 718 |
History
Duty rates and measures for this code over time (yearly snapshots).
Preferential rules of origin for 6212100000
What the goods must meet to count as originating in a partner country and get the preferential duty, per agreement.
Autonomous Trade Preferences (Western Balkans) · Kosovo
EU-Chile Association Agreement · Chile
EU-Algeria Association Agreement · Algeria
EU-Egypt Association Agreement · Egypt
EU-Jordan Association Agreement · Jordan
EU-Lebanon Association Agreement · Lebanon
EU-Morocco Association Agreement · Morocco
EU-Tunisia Association Agreement · Tunisia
Articles of apparel and clothing accessories, not knitted or crocheted; except for: / or: Manufacture from yarn [60] [61]
EPA CARIFORUM
EU Market Access Regulation (EPA) · Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Kenya
Articles of apparel and clothing accessories, not knitted or crocheted; except for: / or: Manufacture from fabric
EU-Canada CETA · Canada
Knitting or weaving, accompanied by making-up (including cutting); or Making-up preceded by printing accompanied by at least two preparatory or finishing operations (such as scouring, bleaching, mercerising, heat setting, raising, calendering, shrink resistance processing, permanent finishing, decatising, impregnating, mending and burling), provided that the value of the unprinted fabric used does not exceed 47.5 per cent of the transaction value or ex-works price of the product. Weaving accompanied by making-up (including cutting); Production from unembroidered fabric, provided that the value of the unembroidered fabric used does not exceed 40 per cent of the transaction value or ex-works price of the product; or Making-up preceded by printing accompanied by at least two preparatory or finishing operations (such as scouring, bleaching, mercerising, heat setting, raising, calendering, shrink resistance processing, permanent finishing, decatising, impregnating, mending and burling), provided that the value of the unprinted fabric used does not exceed 47.5 per cent of the transaction value or ex-works price of the product. Weaving accompanied by making-up (including cutting); or Making-up preceded by printing accompanied by at least two preparatory finishing operations (such as scouring, bleaching, mercerising, heat setting, raising, calendering, shrink resistance processing, permanent finishing, decatising, impregnating, mending and burling), provided that the value of the unprinted fabric used does not exceed 47.5 per cent of the transaction value or ex-works price of the product.
EU-Colombia/Peru/Ecuador Trade Agreement · Colombia, Ecuador, Peru
Articles of apparel and clothing accessories, not knitted or crocheted; except for: / or: Manufacture from yarn [66] [67]
Generalised Scheme of Preferences (GSP, GSP+, EBA) · Armenia, India, Kenya, Pakistan, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Syria, Vietnam
Articles of apparel and clothing accessories, not knitted or crocheted; except for: / or: (a) LDCs Manufacture from fabric / or: (b) Other beneficiary countries Weaving accompanied by making-up (including cutting) or Making-up preceded by printing accompanied by at least two preparatory or finishing operations (such as scouring, bleaching, mercerising, heat setting, raising, calendering, shrink resistance processing, permanent finishing, decatising, impregnating, mending and burling), provided that the value of the unprinted fabric used does not exceed 47,5 % of the ex-works price of the product [64] [65]
EU-Korea FTA · South Korea
Articles of apparel and clothing accessories, not knitted or crocheted; except for: / or: Weaving accompanied by making-up (including cutting) [44] [45] or Embroidering accompanied by making up (including cutting), provided that the value of the unembroidered fabric used does not exceed 40 % of the ex-works price of the product [46] or Coating accompanied by making up (including cutting), provided that the value of the uncoated fabric used does not exceed 40 % of the ex-works price of the product [47] or Making-up preceded by printing accompanied by at least two preparatory finishing operations (such as scouring, bleaching, mercerising, heat setting, raising, calendering, shrink resistance processing, permanent finishing, decatising, impregnating, mending and burling), provided that the value of the unprinted fabric used does not exceed 47,5 % of the ex-works price of the product [48] [49]
EU-Mexico Global Agreement · Mexico
Articles of apparel and clothing accessories, not knitted or crocheted; except for: / or: Manufacture from yarn [86] [87] / or: [88] Printing accompanied by at least two preparatory or finishing operations (such as scouring, bleaching, mercerising, heat setting, raising, calendering, shrink-resistance processing, permanent finishing, decatising, impregnating, mending and burling) where the value of the unprinted fabric used does not exceed 47,5 % of the ex-works price of the printed fabric
EU-Palestine Interim Association Agreement · Palestine
Articles of apparel and clothing accessories, not knitted or crocheted; except for: / or: Manufacture from yarn 1,2
EU-Singapore FTA · Singapore
Knitted or crocheted brassieres, corsets, braces, suspenders, garters and similar articles and parts thereof / or: Knitting and making up (including cutting)
EU-Viet Nam FTA · Vietnam
Articles of apparel and clothing accessories, not knitted or crocheted; except for: / or: Weaving accompanied by making- up (including cutting); or making-up preceded by printing accompanied by at least two preparatory or finishing operations (such as scouring, bleaching, mercerising, heat setting, raising, calendering, shrink resistance processing, permanent finishing, decatising, impregnating, mending and burling), provided that the value of the unprinted fabric used does not exceed 47,5 % of the ex-works price of the product [37] , [38] .
Source: European Commission, Access2Markets (CC BY 4.0, shortened). The text of the agreement prevails. Access2Markets
Legal and explanatory notes for 6212100000
Notes to chapter 62
Notes 1. This chapter applies only to made-up articles of any textile fabric other than wadding, excluding knitted or crocheted articles (other than those of heading 6212). 2. This chapter does not cover: (a) worn clothing or other worn articles of heading 6309; or (b) orthopaedic appliances, surgical belts, trusses or the like (heading 9021). 3. For the purposes of headings 6203 and 6204 : (a) The term ‘suit’ means a set of garments composed of two or three pieces made up, in respect of their outer surface, in identical fabric and comprising: — one suit coat or jacket the outer shell of which, exclusive of sleeves, consists of four or more panels, designed to cover the upper part of the body, possibly with a tailored waistcoat in addition whose front is made from the same fabric as the outer surface of the other components of the set and whose back is made from the same fabric as the lining of the suit coat or jacket, and — one garment designed to cover the lower part of the body and consisting of trousers, breeches or shorts (other than swimwear), a skirt or a divided skirt, having neither braces nor bibs. All of the components of a ‘suit’ must be of the same fabric construction, colour and composition; they must also be of the same style and of corresponding or compatible size. However, these components may have piping (a strip of fabric sewn into the seam) in a different fabric. If several separate components to cover the lower part of the body are presented together (for example, two pairs of trousers or trousers and shorts, or a skirt or divided skirt and trousers), the constituent lower part shall be one pair of trousers or, in the case of women's or girls' suits, the skirt or divided skirt, the other garments being considered separately. The term ‘suit’ includes the following sets of garments, whether or not they fulfil all the above conditions: — morning dress, comprising a plain jacket (cutaway) with rounded tails hanging well down at the back and striped trousers, — evening dress (tailcoat), generally made of black fabric, the jacket of which is relatively short at the front, does not close and has narrow skirts cut in at the hips and hanging down behind, — dinner jacket suits, in which the jacket is similar in style to an ordinary jacket (though perhaps revealing more of the shirt front), but has shiny silk or imitation silk lapels. (b) The term ‘ensemble’ means a set of garments (other than suits and articles of heading 6207 or 6208) composed of several pieces made up in identical fabric, put up for retail sale, and comprising: — one garment designed to cover the upper part of the body, with the exception of waistcoats which may also form a second upper garment, and — one or two different garments, designed to cover the lower part of the body and consisting of trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches, shorts (other than swimwear), a skirt or a divided skirt. All of the components of an ensemble must be of the same fabric construction, style, colour and composition; they also must be of corresponding or compatible size. The term ‘ensemble’ does not apply to tracksuits or ski suits, of heading 6211. 4. Headings 6205 and 6206 do not cover garments with pockets below the waist, with a ribbed waistband or other means of tightening at the bottom of the garment. Heading 6205 does not cover sleeveless garments. ‘Shirts’ and ‘shirts-blouses’ are garments designed to cover the upper part of the body, having long or short sleeves and a full or partial opening starting at the neckline. ‘Blouses’ are loose-fitting garments also designed to cover the upper part of the body but may be sleeveless and with or without an opening at the neckline. ‘Shirts’, ‘shirts-blouses’ and ‘blouses’ may also have a collar. 5. For the purposes of heading 6209 : (a) the expression ‘babies' garments and clothing accessories’ means articles for young children of a body height not exceeding 86 cm; (b) articles which are prima facie classifiable both in heading 6209 and in other headings of this chapter are to be classified in heading 6209. 6. Garments which are prima facie classifiable both in heading 6210 and in other headings of this chapter, excluding heading 6209, are to be classified in heading 6210. 7. For the purposes of heading 6211, ‘ski suits’ means garments or sets of garments which, by their general appearance and texture, are identifiable as intended to be worn principally for skiing (cross-country or alpine). They consist of either: (a) a ‘ski overall’, that is, a one-piece garment designed to cover the upper and the lower parts of the body; in addition to sleeves and a collar, the ski overall may have pockets or footstraps; or (b) a ‘ski ensemble’, that is, a set of garments composed of two or three pieces, put up for retail sale and comprising: — one garment, such as an anorak, windcheater, wind-jacket or similar article, closed by a slide fastener (zipper), possibly with a waistcoat in addition, and — one pair of trousers, whether or not extending above waist level, one pair of breeches or one bib and brace overall. The ‘ski ensemble’ may also consist of an overall similar to the one mentioned in paragraph (a) above and a type of padded, sleeveless jacket worn over the overall. All the components of a ‘ski ensemble’ must be made up in a fabric of the same texture, style and composition, whether or not of the same colour; they also must be of corresponding or compatible size. 8. Scarves and articles of the scarf type, square or approximately square, of which no side exceeds 60 cm, are to be classified as handkerchiefs (heading 6213). Handkerchiefs of which any side exceeds 60 cm are to be classified in heading 6214. 9. Garments of this chapter designed for left-over-right closure at the front shall be regarded as men's or boys' garments, and those designed for right-over-left closure at the front as women's or girls' garments. These provisions do not apply where the cut of the garment clearly indicates that it is designed for one or other of the sexes. Garments which cannot be identified as either men's or boys' garments or as women's or girls' garments are to be classified in the headings covering women's or girls' garments. 10. Articles of this chapter may be made of metal thread. Additional notes 1. For the application of note 3(b) to this chapter, the components of an ensemble must be made up entirely in a single identical fabric, subject to compliance with the other conditions laid down in the said note. For this purpose, the fabric used can be unbleached, bleached, dyed, of yarns of different colours or printed. Sets of garments are not regarded as ensembles when their components are made up in different fabrics, even if the difference is due only to their respective colours. All the components of an ensemble must be presented together for retail sale as a single unit. Individual wrapping or separate labelling of each component of such a single unit does not influence its classification as an ensemble. 2. Headings 6209 and 6216 include gloves, mittens and mitts, impregnated, coated or covered with plastics or rubber, even if they are: — made up from textile fabrics (other than knitted or crocheted) impregnated, coated or covered with plastics or rubber of heading 5903 or 5906, or — made up from unimpregnated, uncoated or uncovered textile fabrics (other than knitted or crocheted) and subsequently impregnated, coated or covered with plastics or rubber. Where textile fabrics (other than knitted or crocheted) serve only as reinforcement, gloves, mittens or mitts impregnated, coated or covered with cellular plastics or cellular rubber belong in Chapter 39 or 40, even if they are made up from unimpregnated, uncoated or uncovered textile fabrics (other than knitted or crocheted) and subsequently impregnated, coated or covered with cellular plastics or cellular rubber (note 2(a)(5) and note 5, last paragraph, to Chapter 59).
Sources: Combined Nomenclature 2026, Annex I to Regulation (EEC) No 2658/87 (CELEX 32025R1926), and the Explanatory Notes to the Combined Nomenclature (CELEX 02019XC0329(02)-20260213). The section and chapter notes are legally binding; the explanatory notes are guidance. EUR-Lex
EU classification regulations for 6212100000
Commission regulations that classified specific goods under this code. They bind customs in every member state for identical goods.
- 6212 10 90 Jun 26, 2017 · Regulation on EUR-Lex
A knitted brassière (61 % nylon, 20 % elastane, 12 % cotton, 7 % viscose), with adjustable broad padded shoulder straps, centrally positioned over the breasts, with shaped cups and elastication at the back part of the base.
There is an embroidered design on the shoulder straps and cups and a decorative bow at the centre front. The article is closed by means of an adjustable ‘hook and eye fastening’. The brassière has a lining in the cups, with side openings for the insertion of padding for the enhancement of breasts (aesthetic purposes) or for the insertion of breast forms following a mastectomy. See images (*1).
Reasons
Classification is determined by general rules 1 and 6 for the interpretation of the Combined Nomenclature and by the wording of CN codes 6212 , 6212 10 and 6212 10 90 . The article has the objective characteristics (the form and the construction) of a brassière of heading 6212 , which includes brassières of all kinds (see also the Harmonised System Explanatory Notes to heading 6212 , second paragraph (1)). Although the article can also be worn by women following a mastectomy, classification under heading 9021 as an orthopaedic appliance or as a part or accessory of an artificial part of the body is excluded because, at the time of importation, the objective characteristics of the product are those of a brassière of heading 6212 and do not give any indication of the final use (for aesthetic or medical purposes). The side openings do not make the brassière a product of heading 9021 as they can serve both for the insertion of breast forms following a mastectomy and for the insertion of padding for the enhancement of breasts (aesthetic purposes). Similarly, the broad shoulder straps, centrally positioned over the breasts are a common feature for bigger cup brassières of heading 6212 . Therefore, the article is to be classified under CN code 6212 10 90 as a brassière.
- 6212 10 90 Sep 19, 2008 · Regulation on EUR-Lex
Article made up of knitted fabric of different colour, of man-made fibres. The fabric is suitable for swimwear.
The article is to be worn next to the skin, reaching down to just below the bust. Two triangle-shaped pieces of textile fabric form cups for the breasts, when the article is worn. Each of the two triangles is lined with a single-coloured knitted fabric and is hemmed at the three edges. The hem at the lower edge forms a tunnel through which an elastic textile string is passed. An elastic textile string is sewn on the pointed upper edge of each triangle. The two vertical elastic strings are tied behind the neck and the horizontal elastic string is tied at the back of the wearer. (brassiere) (See photographs Nos 644 A, 644 B and 644 C) (*1)
Reasons
Classification is determined by General Rules 1 and 6 for the interpretation of the Combined Nomenclature, note 2(a) to Chapter 61 and the wording of CN codes 6212 , 6212 10 and 6212 10 90 . Although, from its general appearance, cut and nature of fabric the article appears to be an upper part of a two-piece bathing costume (‘bikini’), classification in heading 6112 (swimwear) is excluded, because the article lacks the lower part of the ‘two-piece bathing costume’. See also the HS Explanatory Notes to heading 6112 , (C). Moreover, the article is not an ‘incomplete article’ of heading 6112 (swimwear) within the meaning of GIR 2 (a), because the article does not have the essential character of the complete article (i.e. a two-piece bathing costume), since it cannot be used for swimming as such. The article has the characteristics of a brassiere, since by means of the textile strings the two triangle-shaped pieces of textile fabric form cups for the breasts, when the article is worn. By tying the horizontal and vertical strings tightly around the body, allows the breasts to be raised and supported. Thus, the article is of a kind ‘designed for wear as body-supporting garment’ within the meaning of the HS Explanatory Notes to heading 6212 , first paragraph. Furthermore, like other brassieres, the article is designed to be worn next to the skin. The article is to be classified as a brassiere in heading 6212 , because this heading includes brassieres of all kinds (see the HS Explanatory Notes to heading 6212 , second paragraph, (1)).
- 6212 10 90 Feb 21, 2008 · Regulation on EUR-Lex
Article consisting of two preformed soft cellular plastic cups covered on both surfaces with knitted fabric. Knitted bands are sewn on to the edges of the cups to reinforce their oval shape. The cups are joined together with a magnetic metal clasp.
The inside of each cup is coated with an adhesive which is protected by a plastic film. Following removal of the plastic film, the adhesive enables the cups to adhere to the breasts when in direct contact with the skin. The article is designed to be worn next to the skin. (brassière) (See photographs Nos 643A and 643B) (*1)
Reasons
Classification is determined by General Rules 1 and 6 for the interpretation of the Combined Nomenclature, notes 2(a)(5) to Chapter 59 and 2(a) to Chapter 61 and the wording of CN codes 5903 , 6212 , 6212 10 and 6212 10 90 . As the cellular plastic of the cups is combined with textile fabric on both faces, the textile fabric is regarded as having a function beyond that of mere reinforcement within the meaning of note 2(a)(5) to Chapter 59, it confers the essential character of textile to the combined material of the cups and consequently is considered to be the constituent material of the article (see also the HS Explanatory Notes to Chapter 39, General, ‘Plastics and textile combinations’, (d) and seventh paragraph). Thus, the article is a textile article of section XI and not a plastic article of apparel of subheading 3926 20 . The article has the characteristics of a brassière, i.e. the oval shaped, preformed, cellular plastic cups which are reinforced along the edges, together with the magnetic metal clasp hold the breasts in place. Instead of the classic straps reaching around the back of the body, this article adheres to the body by means of an adhesive coating on the inside of the cups. Due to the thickness of the cellular plastic cups when attached to the underside of the breasts, it gives support by pushing the breasts up. Moreover, when putting the article on, the upper part of the cups is fixed as high as possible to the skin above the breasts and consequently the breasts which are inside the cups are lifted up and supported. Thus, the article is of a kind ‘designed for wear as body-supporting garment’ within the meaning of the HS Explanatory Notes to heading 6212 , first paragraph. Furthermore, like other brassieres, the article is designed to be worn next to the skin. The article is classified as a brassière in heading 6212 , because this heading includes brassieres of all kinds (see also the HS Explanatory Notes to heading 6212 , second paragraph, (1)).
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- 6212 10 90 Oct 5, 2007 · Regulation on EUR-Lex
Article made up of two knitted fabrics of different colour, of man-made fibres. The fabrics are suitable for swimwear. The article is to be worn next to the skin, reaching down to just below the bust, with two preformed cups being thinly padded and wired for support.
The article has narrow removable shoulder straps. It is closed on the back by means of a clip. The part of the article reaching around the back presents on the inside adhesive strips clinging to the back of the wearer and holding the article in place together with the shoulder straps and the wired preformed cups. (brassiere designed like a bikini top) (See photograph no. 640 A, 640 B) (*1)
Reasons
Classification is determined by General Rules 1 and 6 for the interpretation of the Combined Nomenclature, note 2(a) to chapter 61 and the wording of CN codes 6212 , 6212 10 and 6212 10 90 . Although, from its general appearance, cut and nature of fabric the article appears to be an upper part of a two-piece bathing costume (bikini), classification in heading 6112 (swimwear) is excluded, because the article lacks the lower part of the ‘two-piece bathing costume’. See also the HS Explanatory Notes to heading 6112 , (C). Moreover, the article is not an ‘incomplete article’ of heading 6112 (swimwear) within the meaning of GIR 2 (a), because the article does not have the essential character of the complete article (i.e. a two-piece bathing costume), since it cannot be used for swimming as such. The article is classified as a brassiere in heading 6212 , because this heading includes brassieres of all kinds. See the HS Explanatory Notes to heading 6212 , 2nd paragraph, (1). The two preformed padded cups, wired for support, are characteristic of classic brassieres. Together with the adhesive strips clinging to the back of the wearer and with or without the removable shoulder straps, the article is of a kind ‘designed for wear as body-supporting garment’. See also the HS Explanatory Notes to heading 6212 , 1st paragraph.
UK advance tariff rulings for 6212100000
Rulings of HM Revenue & Customs for goods with UK commodity codes that start like this EU code. The UK tariff differs from the EU tariff, so these rulings are guidance for the EU.
- UK 6212109000 Valid May 3, 2024 to May 2, 2027 · Ruling 600010366 on GOV.UK
A mastectomy bra intended to be worn post surgery. It is a seamless 4 way stretch knitted bra with built in compression zones. The bra is intended to be worn to hold dressings in place after surgery. It includes a protection anti-micro bacterial application which is worn in close contact to wounds. The bra also provides stability for breast implants and intended to hold small prothesis in place. It is fitted in hospital after breast surgery and to stay in place for a minimum of 6 weeks. It is made from 89% polyamide and 11% Elastane, and has 8 hook and eye fastenings for securing in place at the front, and it covers the upper body. The product is packed in a resealable polythene bag with card insert.
Justification
Classification has been determined in accordance with the following: For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3 (1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect- a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (Reg 3(1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section or chapter of the Goods Classification Table (Reg 3(1)(b)). General Interpretative Rules (GIRs): GIR 1 has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 6212 - Brasseries, girdles, corsets, braces, suspenders, garters and similar articles and parts thereof, whether or not knitted or crocheted. GIR 5(b) Used to identify the type of packaging. The product is packed in a resealable polythene bag with card insert. GIR 6 has been used to classify the goods to subheading level 621210 - Brassieres. 8 Digit Code 62121090 - other than in a set made up for retail sale containing a brassiere and a pair of briefs. Also classified in accordance with the Harmonised System Explanatory Notes (HSENs) to heading 6212
- UK 6212109000 Valid Jul 18, 2024 to Jul 17, 2027 · Ruling 600010740 on GOV.UK
Product is a knitted turquoise sports bra with a front half zip. It is cropped in length and provides coverage and support during workouts. It is made from nylon fabric and elastane fabric. Sold in ladies sizes 8, 10, 12, 14, 16 and 18. Packaged in plastic packaging.
Justification
Classification has been determined in accordance with the following: For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3 (1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect- a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (reg 3 (1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section of chapter of the Goods Classification Table (reg 3(1)(b)). General Interpretative rules (GIR)s: GIR 1 - has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 6212 - Brassières, girdles, corsets, braces, suspenders, garters and similar articles and parts thereof, whether or not knitted or crocheted GIR 5b - has been used to identify the type of packaging as in plastic packaging. GIR 6 - has been used to classify the goods to subheading level 621210 Brassieres 8 Digit Code 62121090 Other than in a set made up for retail sale containing a brassiere and a pair of briefs. Also classified in accordance with: Chapter note 1 to chapter 62 The Harmonized System Explanatory Notes (HSENs) to heading 6212
- UK 6212109000 Valid Jan 7, 2025 to Jan 6, 2028 · Ruling 600011845 on GOV.UK
Brassière. A brassière made from fine knitted fabric constructed from a mixture of manmade fibres and cotton. It has wide partially padded adjustable shoulder straps, with shaped cups to fit the breasts with elastication bands at the base of the garment for a firm fit to the body. The bra has embroidered designs on the shoulder straps and cups, it also has a small decorative bow at centre front of the garment. It has adjustable hook and eye fastening at the centre back. The brassières have a lining in the cups, with side openings pockets for the insertion of padding for the enhancement of breasts for (aesthetic purposes) or of false silicone breast form(s) following a breast mastectomy. This does not exclude it from the general use of a common brassière. Customers wishing to enhance their breast size by adding extra shaped padding to the available pockets. Available in various sizes and varying colours. Packed in a cardboard boxes for retail sale.
Justification
Classification has been determined in accordance with the following: For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, Reg 3(1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect – a Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (Reg 3(1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section or chapter of the goods Classification Table (Reg 3(1)(b)). General interpretative rules (GIR)s: GIR 1 has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 6212 Brassières, girdles, corsets, braces, suspenders, garters and similar articles and parts thereof, whether or not knitted or crocheted. GIR 5(b) has been used to identify the type of packaging: Packed in a cardboard box for retail sale. GIR 6 has been used to classify your product by the terms of subheading 621210 Brassières 8-digit code 621210 Other than in a set made up for retail sale containing a brassières and a pair of briefs. Also Classified in accordance with: Heading 6212 Chapter note 1. Heading 6212 Additional Chapter note 3 …
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- UK 6212109000 Valid Sep 2, 2025 to Sep 1, 2028 · Ruling 600013643 on GOV.UK
Women's Light Support Seamless Ribbed Sports Bra Sizes: XS to XL Colours: black and green
Justification
Classification has been determined in accordance with the following:- For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3 (1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect – a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (Reg 3(1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section or chapter of the Goods Classification Table (Reg 3(1)(b)). General Interpretative Rules (GIR)s GIR 1 has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 6212 - Brassières, girdles, corsets, braces, suspenders, garters and similar articles and parts thereof, whether or not knitted or crocheted GIR 6 has been used to classify the goods to subheading level 621210 – Brassières 8 digit code 62121090 - Other than in a set made up for retail sale containing a brassière and a pair of briefs Also classified in accordance with: Chapter note 1 HSEN to 6212
- UK 6212109000 Valid Sep 2, 2025 to Sep 1, 2028 · Ruling 600013644 on GOV.UK
Front Fastening Sports Bra Materials: polyamide and elastane Colours: black and white size -- from S-XL
Justification
Classification has been determined in accordance with the following:- For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3 (1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect – a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (Reg 3(1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section or chapter of the Goods Classification Table (Reg 3(1)(b)). General Interpretative Rules (GIR)s GIR 1 has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 6212 - Brassières, girdles, corsets, braces, suspenders, garters and similar articles and parts thereof, whether or not knitted or crocheted GIR 6 has been used to classify the goods to subheading level 621210 – Brassières 8 digit code 62121090 - Other than in a set made up for retail sale containing a brassière and a pair of briefs Also classified in accordance with: Chapter note 1 HSEN to 6212
- UK 6212109000 Valid Sep 2, 2025 to Sep 1, 2028 · Ruling 600013645 on GOV.UK
Girls' breathable sports bra Materials: Main - Polyester 87%, elastane 13% Yoke - polyester 100% Colours: pink and black
Justification
Classification has been determined in accordance with the following:- For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3 (1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect – a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (Reg 3(1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section or chapter of the Goods Classification Table (Reg 3(1)(b)). General Interpretative Rules (GIR)s GIR 1 has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 6212 - Brassières, girdles, corsets, braces, suspenders, garters and similar articles and parts thereof, whether or not knitted or crocheted GIR 6 has been used to classify the goods to subheading level 621210 – Brassières 8 digit code 62121090 - Other than in a set made up for retail sale containing a brassière and a pair of briefs Also classified in accordance with: Chapter note 1 HSEN to 6212
- UK 6212109000 Valid Sep 2, 2025 to Sep 1, 2028 · Ruling 600013646 on GOV.UK
Women's bi-material pole dancing bra with detachable pad Colours: black
Justification
Classification has been determined in accordance with the following:- For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3 (1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect – a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (Reg 3(1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section or chapter of the Goods Classification Table (Reg 3(1)(b)). General Interpretative Rules (GIR)s GIR 1 has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 6212 - Brassières, girdles, corsets, braces, suspenders, garters and similar articles and parts thereof, whether or not knitted or crocheted GIR 6 has been used to classify the goods to subheading level 621210 – Brassières 8 digit code 62121090 - Other than in a set made up for retail sale containing a brassière and a pair of briefs Also classified in accordance with: Chapter note 1 HSEN to 6212
- UK 6212109000 Valid Sep 2, 2025 to Sep 1, 2028 · Ruling 600013647 on GOV.UK
Girls bra with sequins Designed for gymnastics Colour: black Sizes: 6y-14y
Justification
Classification has been determined in accordance with the following:- For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3 (1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect – a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (Reg 3(1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section or chapter of the Goods Classification Table (Reg 3(1)(b)). General Interpretative Rules (GIR)s GIR 1 has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 6212 - Brassières, girdles, corsets, braces, suspenders, garters and similar articles and parts thereof, whether or not knitted or crocheted GIR 6 has been used to classify the goods to subheading level 621210 – Brassières 8 digit code 62121090 - Other than in a set made up for retail sale containing a brassière and a pair of briefs Also classified in accordance with: Chapter note 1 HSEN to 6212
- UK 6212109000 Valid Sep 2, 2025 to Sep 1, 2028 · Ruling 600013648 on GOV.UK
girls crop top Materials: polyester and elastane Used for dancing Colours: Ultra White, Ultra Black and Beige
Justification
Classification has been determined in accordance with the following:- For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3 (1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect – a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (Reg 3(1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section or chapter of the Goods Classification Table (Reg 3(1)(b)). General Interpretative Rules (GIR)s GIR 1 has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 6212 - Brassières, girdles, corsets, braces, suspenders, garters and similar articles and parts thereof, whether or not knitted or crocheted GIR 6 has been used to classify the goods to subheading level 621210 – Brassières 8 digit code 62121090 - Other than in a set made up for retail sale containing a brassière and a pair of briefs Also classified in accordance with: Chapter note 1 HSEN to 6212
- UK 6212109000 Valid Sep 2, 2025 to Sep 1, 2028 · Ruling 600013649 on GOV.UK
women's sports bra materials: polyamide and elastane Colour: beige Sizes: 6-16
Justification
Classification has been determined in accordance with the following:- For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3 (1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect – a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (Reg 3(1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section or chapter of the Goods Classification Table (Reg 3(1)(b)). General Interpretative Rules (GIR)s GIR 1 has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 6212 - Brassières, girdles, corsets, braces, suspenders, garters and similar articles and parts thereof, whether or not knitted or crocheted GIR 6 has been used to classify the goods to subheading level 621210 – Brassières 8 digit code 62121090 - Other than in a set made up for retail sale containing a brassière and a pair of briefs Also classified in accordance with: Chapter note 1 HSEN to 6212
- UK 6212109000 Valid Sep 2, 2025 to Sep 1, 2028 · Ruling 600013650 on GOV.UK
Women's Sports Bra Materials: polyester and elastane Sizes: XS to XL Colours: black
Justification
Classification has been determined in accordance with the following:- For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3 (1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect – a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (Reg 3(1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section or chapter of the Goods Classification Table (Reg 3(1)(b)). General Interpretative Rules (GIR)s GIR 1 has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 6212 - Brassières, girdles, corsets, braces, suspenders, garters and similar articles and parts thereof, whether or not knitted or crocheted GIR 6 has been used to classify the goods to subheading level 621210 – Brassières 8 digit code 62121090 - Other than in a set made up for retail sale containing a brassière and a pair of briefs Also classified in accordance with: Chapter note 1 HSEN to 6212
- UK 6212109000 Valid Dec 1, 2025 to Nov 30, 2028 · Ruling 600014179 on GOV.UK
A women's brassiere Materials: merino wool 62%, polyamide 27%, elastane 11% Various sizes
Justification
Classification has been determined in accordance with the following:- For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3 (1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect – a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (Reg 3(1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section or chapter of the Goods Classification Table (Reg 3(1)(b)). General Interpretative Rules (GIR)s GIR 1 has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 6212 - Brassières, girdles, corsets, braces, suspenders, garters and similar articles and parts thereof, whether or not knitted or crocheted GIR 6 has been used to classify the goods to subheading level 621210 – Brassières 8 digit code 62121090 - Other than in a set made up for retail sale containing a brassière and a pair of briefs Also classified in accordance with: Chapter note 1 HSEN to 6212
- UK 6212109000 Valid Dec 1, 2025 to Nov 30, 2028 · Ruling 600014180 on GOV.UK
A women's brassiere Materials: Main - polyamide 84%, elastane 16% Lining cup - polyester 100% Pad - PE 40%, PU 60% Yoke - polyester 90%, elastane 10% Various sizes
Justification
Classification has been determined in accordance with the following:- For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3 (1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect – a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (Reg 3(1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section or chapter of the Goods Classification Table (Reg 3(1)(b)). General Interpretative Rules (GIR)s GIR 1 has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 6212 - Brassières, girdles, corsets, braces, suspenders, garters and similar articles and parts thereof, whether or not knitted or crocheted GIR 6 has been used to classify the goods to subheading level 621210 – Brassières 8 digit code 62121090 - Other than in a set made up for retail sale containing a brassière and a pair of briefs Also classified in accordance with: Chapter note 1 HSEN to 6212
- UK 6212109000 Valid Dec 1, 2025 to Nov 30, 2028 · Ruling 600014181 on GOV.UK
A women's brassiere Materials: Main - polyamide 92%, elastane 8% Lining - polyamide 75%, elastane 25% Pad - PET 60%, PU 40% Various sizes
Justification
Classification has been determined in accordance with the following:- For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3 (1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect – a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (Reg 3(1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section or chapter of the Goods Classification Table (Reg 3(1)(b)). General Interpretative Rules (GIR)s GIR 1 has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 6212 - Brassières, girdles, corsets, braces, suspenders, garters and similar articles and parts thereof, whether or not knitted or crocheted GIR 6 has been used to classify the goods to subheading level 621210 – Brassières 8 digit code 62121090 - Other than in a set made up for retail sale containing a brassière and a pair of briefs Also classified in accordance with: Chapter note 1 HSEN to 6212
- UK 6212109000 Valid Dec 9, 2025 to Dec 8, 2028 · Ruling 600014183 on GOV.UK
Blue Bustier Swimsuit Top Knitted bustier swimsuit top, mainly blue with thin white straps and support banding beneath the support cups. Made from Polyamide, Elastane, Polyethylene Terephthalate
Justification
Classification has been determined in accordance with the following: For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3 (1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect – a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (Reg 3(1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section or chapter of the Goods Classification Table (Reg 3(1)(b)). General Interpretative Rules (GIR)s: GIR 1 has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 6212 - Brassières, girdles, corsets, braces, suspenders, garters and similar articles and parts thereof, whether or not knitted or crocheted GIR 6 has been used to classify the goods to subheading level 621210 - Brassières 8 Digit Code 62121090 – Other than In a set made up for retail sale containing a brassière and a pair of briefs Also classified in accordance with: Chapter 62 Note 1 Harmonised System Explanatory Notes (HSENs) to 6212 refers
- UK 6212109000 Valid Dec 1, 2025 to Nov 30, 2028 · Ruling 600014223 on GOV.UK
sports bra Materials: main fabric 87% polyester, 13% elastane Yoke 100% polyester Design: a round neckline and a swimmer-style racer back Various sizes Colours: Forest Print, Purple Leopard Print
Justification
Classification has been determined in accordance with the following:- For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3 (1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect – a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (Reg 3(1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section or chapter of the Goods Classification Table (Reg 3(1)(b)). General Interpretative Rules (GIR)s GIR 1 has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 6212 - Brassières, girdles, corsets, braces, suspenders, garters and similar articles and parts thereof, whether or not knitted or crocheted GIR 6 has been used to classify the goods to subheading level 621210 – Brassières 8 digit code 62121090 - Other than in a set made up for retail sale containing a brassière and a pair of briefs Also classified in accordance with: Chapter note 1 HSEN to 6212
- UK 6212109000 Valid Dec 1, 2025 to Nov 30, 2028 · Ruling 600014262 on GOV.UK
A women's brassiere Materials: 80% nylon and 20% elastane. Packaging: retail box
Justification
Classification has been determined in accordance with the following:- For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3 (1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect – a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (Reg 3(1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section or chapter of the Goods Classification Table (Reg 3(1)(b)). General Interpretative Rules (GIR)s GIR 1 has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 6212 - Brassières, girdles, corsets, braces, suspenders, garters and similar articles and parts thereof, whether or not knitted or crocheted GIR 5b has been used to identify the type of packaging – retail box GIR 6 has been used to classify the goods to subheading level 621210 – Brassières 8 digit code 62121090 - Other than in a set made up for retail sale containing a brassière and a pair of briefs Also classified in accordance with: Chapter note 1 HSEN to 6212
- UK 6212109000 Valid Dec 1, 2025 to Nov 30, 2028 · Ruling 600014280 on GOV.UK
A women's brassiere Materials: main - polyamide 70% and elastane 30% lining - polyamide 75% and elastane 25% elastic band- polyamide 87.5% and elastane 12.5% The design features a high neckline with strappy details Colours: black and purple Various sizes
Justification
Classification has been determined in accordance with the following:- For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3 (1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect – a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (Reg 3(1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section or chapter of the Goods Classification Table (Reg 3(1)(b)). General Interpretative Rules (GIR)s GIR 1 has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 6212 - Brassières, girdles, corsets, braces, suspenders, garters and similar articles and parts thereof, whether or not knitted or crocheted GIR 6 has been used to classify the goods to subheading level 621210 – Brassières 8 digit code 62121090 - Other than in a set made up for retail sale containing a brassière and a pair of briefs Also classified in accordance with: Chapter note 1 HSEN to 6212
- UK 6212109000 Valid Jan 15, 2026 to Jan 14, 2029 · Ruling 600014829 on GOV.UK
A seam free wireless sports bra. This is made of elastic knitted nylon fabric. The product has wide shoulder straps a racer back and padded cups. The item has an elasticated bottom, which provides support. The item can be worn during sport and exercise.
Justification
Classification has been determined in accordance with the following: For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3 (1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect- a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (reg 3 (1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section of chapter of the Goods Classification Table (reg 3(1)(b)). General Interpretative rules (GIR)s: GIR 1 - has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 6212 - Brassières, girdles, corsets, braces, suspenders, garters and similar articles and parts thereof, whether or not knitted or crocheted GIR 5b - has been used to identify the type of packaging GIR 6 - has been used to classify the goods to subheading level 621210 Brassieres 8 Digit Code 62121090 Other than in a set made up for retail sale containing a brassiere and a pair of briefs. Also classified in accordance with: Section note 7 to chapter 62 Chapter note 1 to heading 6212 The Harmonized System Explanatory Notes (HSENs) to heading 6212
- UK 6212109000 Valid Jan 15, 2026 to Jan 14, 2029 · Ruling 600014830 on GOV.UK
A crop top, this is made of elastic knitted nylon fabric. The item has backstraps and padded cups. The item has an elasticated bottom, which provides a secure fit and support whilst doing sports and exercise.
Justification
Classification has been determined in accordance with the following: For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3 (1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect- a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (reg 3 (1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section of chapter of the Goods Classification Table (reg 3(1)(b)). General Interpretative rules (GIR)s: GIR 1 - has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 6212 - Brassières, girdles, corsets, braces, suspenders, garters and similar articles and parts thereof, whether or not knitted or crocheted GIR 6 - has been used to classify the goods to subheading level 621210 Brassieres 8 Digit Code 62121090 Other than in a set made up for retail sale containing a brassiere and a pair of briefs. Also classified in accordance with: Section note 7 to chapter 62 Chapter note 1 to heading 6212 The Harmonized System Explanatory Notes (HSENs) to heading 6212
- UK 6212109000 Valid Feb 26, 2026 to Feb 25, 2029 · Ruling 600015073 on GOV.UK
Product is a swimwear bandeau bikini top. It is made from polyester and elastane, which is knitted, with removable foam cups for support made from polyurethane and coated in polyester and a plastic clip at the back. It comes in sizes XS, S, M, L and XL. It is strapless.
Justification
Classification has been determined in accordance with the following: For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3 (1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect- a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (reg 3 (1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section of chapter of the Goods Classification Table (reg 3(1)(b)). General Interpretative rules (GIR)s: GIR 1 - has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 6212 - Brassières, girdles, corsets, braces, suspenders, garters and similar articles and parts thereof, whether or not knitted or crocheted GIR 6 - has been used to classify the goods to subheading level 621210 Brassières 8 Digit Code 62121090 Other than in a set made up for retail sale containing a brassiere and a air of briefs. Also classified in accordance with: Chapter note 1 to chapter 62 The Harmonized System Explanatory Notes (HSENs) to heading 6212
- UK 6212109000 Valid Feb 26, 2026 to Feb 25, 2029 · Ruling 600015074 on GOV.UK
The product is a swimwear ombre triangle bikini top. It is made from polyamide, metalized yarn and elastane, which is knitted, with a cup lining of polyester (not padded) and elastane and a zinc alloy ring in the centre of the bust. It comes in sizes XXS, XS, S, M, L and XL. The bikini top ties at the back and back of the neck
Justification
Classification has been determined in accordance with the following: For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3 (1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect- a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (reg 3 (1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section of chapter of the Goods Classification Table (reg 3(1)(b)). General Interpretative rules (GIR)s: GIR 1 - has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 6212 - Brassières, girdles, corsets, braces, suspenders, garters and similar articles and parts thereof, whether or not knitted or crocheted GIR 6 - has been used to classify the goods to subheading level 621210 Brassières 8 Digit Code 62121090 Other than in a set made up for retail sale containing a brassiere and a air of briefs. Also classified in accordance with: Chapter note 1 to chapter 62 The Harmonized System Explanatory Notes (HSENs) to heading 6212
- UK 6212109000 Valid Feb 26, 2026 to Feb 25, 2029 · Ruling 600015075 on GOV.UK
Product is a swimwear leopard print bikini top. It is made from nylon, metalized yarn, elastane, which is knitted, with a cup lining of polyester which is not padded. It comes in sizes XXS, XS, S, M, L and XL. The bikini top ties at the back and back of the neck
Justification
Classification has been determined in accordance with the following: For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3 (1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect- a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (reg 3 (1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section of chapter of the Goods Classification Table (reg 3(1)(b)). General Interpretative rules (GIR)s: GIR 1 - has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 6212 - Brassières, girdles, corsets, braces, suspenders, garters and similar articles and parts thereof, whether or not knitted or crocheted GIR 6 - has been used to classify the goods to subheading level 621210 Brassières 8 Digit Code 62121090 Other than in a set made up for retail sale containing a brassiere and a air of briefs. Also classified in accordance with: Chapter note 1 to chapter 62 The Harmonized System Explanatory Notes (HSENs) to heading 6212
- UK 6212109000 Valid Feb 26, 2026 to Feb 25, 2029 · Ruling 600015086 on GOV.UK
Product is a swimwear stripe bandeau bikini top with a textile knot in the centre. It is made from polyimide, polyester and elastane, which is knitted, with a cup lining of polyester (not padded) with a plastic clip in the back. It comes in sizes XS, S, M, L and XL. It is strapless.
Justification
Classification has been determined in accordance with the following: For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3 (1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect- a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (reg 3 (1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section of chapter of the Goods Classification Table (reg 3(1)(b)). General Interpretative rules (GIR)s: GIR 1 - has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 6212 - Brassières, girdles, corsets, braces, suspenders, garters and similar articles and parts thereof, whether or not knitted or crocheted GIR 6 - has been used to classify the goods to subheading level 621210 Brassières 8 Digit Code 62121090 Other than in a set made up for retail sale containing a brassiere and a air of briefs. Also classified in accordance with: Chapter note 1 to chapter 62 The Harmonized System Explanatory Notes (HSENs) to heading 6212
Source: HM Revenue & Customs, Advance Tariff Rulings. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
Tariff quotas for 621210
- Open 09.1259 Origin: Tunisia
Brassieres of all types of textile materials
Jan 22, 2026 – Jan 21, 2027
884,216 Number of itemsBalance left (77.3%)Volume 1,144,250 - Open 09.7046 Origin: Costa Rica
Brassieres, whether or not knitted or crocheted
Jan 1, 2026 – Dec 31, 2026
145,000 Number of itemsBalance left (100%)Volume 145,000 - Open 09.7059 Origin: Honduras
Brassieres, whether or not knitted or crocheted
Jan 1, 2026 – Dec 31, 2026
7,000,000 Number of itemsBalance left (100%)Volume 7,000,000 - Open 09.7103 Origin: El Salvador
Brassières, whether or not knitted or crocheted
Jan 1, 2026 – Dec 31, 2026
1,386,000 Number of itemsBalance left (100%)Volume 1,386,000 - Open 09.7135 Origin: Nicaragua
Brassières, whether or not knitted or crocheted
Jan 1, 2026 – Dec 31, 2026
42,000 Number of itemsBalance left (100%)Volume 42,000 - Open 09.7913 Origin: New Zealand
Articles of apparel and clothing accessories, not knitted or crocheted
Jan 1, 2026 – Dec 31, 2026
1,000,000 EuroBalance left (100%)Volume 1,000,000 - Open 09.8357 Origin: Canada
Brassieres, whether or not knitted or crocheted
Jan 1, 2026 – Dec 31, 2026
297,000 Number of itemsBalance left (100%)Volume 297,000
Source: European Commission, tariff quota reports, as of Oct 30, 2026. Balances change daily.
EU trade in 2025 for 621210
- Extra-EU imports
- €1.6B
- 45,311 t
- Extra-EU exports
- €366.9M
Top origin countries by import value
China €619.7M
Bangladesh €244.1M
Vietnam €206.8M
Sri Lanka €174.1M
Tunisia €66.2M
CN8 codes below this code: 2. Source: Eurostat, Comext, CC BY 4.0, processed by hscode.info. Confidential trade is not allocated to codes.
UK import duty for 621210
- 6%
Third-country duties of all UK commodity codes under this HS subheading. Source: UK Department for Business and Trade, as of Nov 2, 2026. The UK tariff differs from the EU tariff.
Import VAT in the EU
- Austria 20 %
- Belgium 21 % maybe 6 %
- Bulgaria 20 %
- Croatia 25 % maybe 5 %
- Cyprus 19 %
- Czechia 21 %
- Denmark 25 %
- Estonia 24 % maybe 9 %
- Finland 25.5 %
- France 20 %
- Germany 19 %
- Greece 24 % maybe 13 %
- Hungary 27 %
- Ireland 23 %
- Italy 22 %
- Latvia 21 %
- Lithuania 21 %
- Luxembourg 17 % maybe 3 %
- Malta 18 %
- Netherlands 21 %
- Poland 23 %
- Portugal 23 %
- Romania 21 %
- Slovakia 23 %
- Slovenia 22 %
- Spain 21 %
- Sweden 25 %
Standard rate per member state, on the customs value, the duty and transport to the destination. Reduced rates often depend on the use or the buyer and apply only where the country provides them for these goods. Source: European Commission, Taxes in Europe Database, as of Nov 2, 2026.
Rules of origin
Preferential rules of origin for subheading 621210 depend on the trade agreement. The Commission publishes them in Access2Markets.
Rules of origin on Access2MarketsInformation
When importing or exporting "Brassières", it is crucial to have the correct HS code or TARIC code. The HS code 6212100000 80 serves as the standard code for this product, ensuring that the appropriate duties and taxes are applied when crossing international borders.
To ensure your business transactions run smoothly when importing or exporting "Brassières", consider the following points:
- Inform yourself about the specific import and export regulations in the countries involved. This includes possible restrictions, taxes, and duties applicable to "Brassières".
- Check if any additional licenses, permits, or certificates are required to import "Brassières" into the destination country or export it from the country of origin.
- Make sure your trading partners have valid identification numbers, such as EORI numbers (Economic Operators Registration and Identification) in the EU, to streamline trade and minimize delays.
- Ensure that all trade- and customs-related documents (such as commercial invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, and insurance policies) are accurately completed and adhere to the respective national regulations.
- Keep an eye on the current exchange rates, as well as packaging, shipping, and insurance costs, to accurately calculate trade costs.
In summary, the HS code or TARIC code for "Brassières" is 6212100000 80. Make sure you accurately use this code in all your trade and customs documents to guarantee smooth and hassle-free transactions. With these tips, you'll be better prepared for the challenges of international trade and can successfully import and export "Brassières".
HS Code structure
1. Chapter
There are 21 different sections, which are divided into 96 chapters. Exceptional chapters include chapter 77, which is reserved for future use, chapters 98 and 99, which are limited at national level, and chapter 99, which is a specific code for temporary changes. In the example above, chapter 62 was selected for articles of apparel and clothing accessories, not knitted or crocheted
2. Heading
The heading determines the specific category within a certain chapter. In the example above, the 12 refers to Brassières, girdles, corsets, braces, suspenders, garters and similar articles and parts thereof, whether or not knitted or crocheted.
3. Subheading
The last two digits of the international harmonized code are more specific and define subcategories of products. In the example above, the 10 refers to Brassières.
HS Code tree structure
6200000000 80
Chapter ARTICLES OF APPAREL AND CLOTHING ACCESSORIES, NOT KNITTED OR CROCHETED
6212000000 80
Brassières, girdles, corsets, braces, suspenders, garters and similar articles and parts thereof, whether or not knitted or crocheted
6212100000 80
- Brassières
6212101000 80
- - In a set made up for retail sale containing a brassière and a pair of briefs
6212109000 80
- - Other
6212200000 80
- Girdles and panty girdles
6212300000 80
- Corselettes
6212900000 80
- Other