HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
6112410010 | Doc | 62.4% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
6112490010 | Doc | 50.7% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
6211121010 | Doc | 49.3% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
6211420525 | Doc | 45.6% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Women's One-Piece Swimwear
Women's one-piece swimwear, also known as a swimsuit, bathing suit, or costume, is a garment designed to be worn for swimming and other water-based activities, or as a fashion statement. It covers the torso, typically from the shoulders to the upper thigh, in a single piece of fabric.
Materials
Common materials used in one-piece swimsuits include:
- Polyester: Durable, chlorine-resistant, quick-drying, and holds color well. The most widely used material.
- Nylon: Strong, elastic, and comfortable. Often blended with Spandex for stretch.
- Spandex (Lycra/Elastane): Provides stretch and recovery, allowing for a close fit and freedom of movement. Usually blended with polyester or nylon.
- PBT: A polyester variant known for exceptional chlorine resistance and shape retention, often used in competitive swimwear.
- Microfiber: Soft, smooth, and lightweight, offering a comfortable feel.
- Recycled Materials: Increasingly popular, utilizing recycled polyester or nylon to reduce environmental impact.
Purpose and Function
- Swimming: Provides coverage and allows for ease of movement in the water.
- Sun Protection: Offers a degree of protection from the sun's harmful UV rays, particularly when made with UPF-rated fabrics.
- Fashion: Serves as a fashionable garment for beach, poolside, or leisure wear.
- Sport/Athletic Performance: Streamlined designs reduce drag for competitive swimming or water sports.
Usage Scenarios
- Recreational Swimming: Pools, beaches, lakes, and water parks.
- Competitive Swimming: Training and competition.
- Water Sports: Surfing, paddleboarding, snorkeling, diving.
- Sunbathing: Lounging by the pool or on the beach.
- Fashion/Leisure: As part of a summer outfit.
Common Types & Styles
- Classic One-Piece: Traditional style with varying strap and neckline options.
- Tankini: A two-piece style resembling a one-piece, offering more coverage than a bikini.
- High-Cut One-Piece: Features a higher leg cut, creating a longer torso appearance.
- Low-Cut One-Piece: Features a lower neckline.
- Halter One-Piece: Straps tie behind the neck, providing support and a flattering neckline.
- Backless One-Piece: Features an open back design.
- Racerback One-Piece: Straps converge in the back, offering support and freedom of movement.
- Underwire One-Piece: Provides additional support for larger busts.
- Ruched One-Piece: Features gathered fabric, creating a slimming effect and adding texture.
- Cutout One-Piece: Features strategically placed cutouts for a modern and stylish look.
- Wrap One-Piece: Features a wrap-style design, creating a flattering silhouette.
- Long Sleeve One-Piece: Provides additional sun protection and coverage.
- Athletic One-Piece: Designed for competitive swimming, with streamlined designs and durable materials.
Women’s one-piece swimwear falls under several classifications depending on the material composition. Here’s a breakdown of relevant HS codes:
- 6112410010: This code covers track suits, ski-suits and swimwear, knitted or crocheted; women's or girls' swimwear; of synthetic fibers; of fabric containing by weight 5 percent or more elastomeric yarn or rubber thread. This applies to one-piece swimsuits made from synthetic materials with at least 5% elastomeric yarn or rubber thread. The total tax rate is 62.4%, comprised of a 24.9% base tariff and a 7.5% additional tariff, increasing to 30.0% after April 2, 2025.
- 6112490010: This code also covers track suits, ski-suits and swimwear, knitted or crocheted; women's or girls' swimwear; of other textile materials; of cotton. This applies to one-piece swimsuits made from cotton. The total tax rate is 50.7%, comprised of a 13.2% base tariff and a 7.5% additional tariff, increasing to 30.0% after April 2, 2025.
- 6211121010: This code covers track suits, ski-suits and swimwear; other garments; swimwear; women's or girls'; of man-made fibers. This applies to one-piece swimsuits made from man-made fibers. The total tax rate is 49.3%, comprised of a 11.8% base tariff and a 7.5% additional tariff, increasing to 30.0% after April 2, 2025.
- 6211420525: This code covers track suits, ski-suits and swimwear; other garments; other garments, women's or girls'; of cotton; recreational performance outerwear; washsuits, sunsuits, one-piece playsuits and similar apparel. This applies to one-piece swimsuits made from cotton and classified as recreational performance outerwear. The total tax rate is 45.6%, comprised of a 8.1% base tariff and a 7.5% additional tariff, increasing to 30.0% after April 2, 2025.
Chapter Breakdown:
- 61: Articles of apparel and clothing accessories, knitted or crocheted.
- 62: Articles of apparel and clothing accessories, not knitted or crocheted.
Heading Breakdown:
- 12: Track suits, ski-suits and swimwear.
- 42: Other garments.
Subheading Breakdown:
- 41: Of synthetic fibers.
- 49: Of other textile materials.
- 12: Of man-made fibers.
- 05: Recreational performance outerwear.
It is important to accurately determine the material composition of the one-piece swimwear to select the correct HS code.