Find HS Code and trade information for women separated swimwear

Separated Swimwear (Women's)

Separated swimwear, also known as mix-and-match swimwear, consists of bikini tops and bottoms that are sold and worn independently of each other, allowing for customization of fit, style, and coverage.

Materials

Common materials include:

• Polyester: Durable, quick-drying, and resistant to chlorine and saltwater. Often blended with other fibers.
• Nylon: Offers good stretch, strength, and a smooth feel. Frequently used in higher-end swimwear.
• Spandex (Lycra/Elastane): Provides elasticity and shape retention. Typically blended with polyester or nylon.
• Polyamide: Similar to nylon, offering stretch and resistance to wear.
• Recycled Materials: Increasingly popular, using recycled polyester or nylon from sources like plastic bottles.

Purpose

• Customization: Allows women to select top and bottom sizes independently, addressing variations in body shape.
• Style Variety: Offers a wider range of aesthetic options by combining different colors, patterns, and styles.
• Coverage Preferences: Enables individual adjustment of coverage for both the top and bottom.
• Comfort: Provides a better fit for diverse body types compared to one-piece or fixed-bikini designs.

Function

• Support: Tops vary in support levels, from unpadded bralettes to underwired, molded cup designs.
• Coverage: Bottoms range from minimal bikini cuts to high-waisted, full-coverage options.
• Secure Fit: Designs incorporate features like adjustable straps, ties, and elastic waistbands for a comfortable and secure fit during water activities.
• UV Protection: Some swimwear offers built-in UV protection.

Usage Scenarios

• Swimming: Recreational and competitive swimming.
• Sunbathing: Lounging by the pool or beach.
• Water Sports: Activities like surfing, paddleboarding, snorkeling, and volleyball.
• Beach Vacations: General use during tropical or coastal holidays.

Common Types

• Bikini Tops:
  • Triangle Tops: Classic style, adjustable coverage.
  • Bandeau Tops: Strapless, often with removable padding.
  • Halter Tops: Tie around the neck, offering adjustable support.
  • Underwired Tops: Provide maximum support and shaping.
  • Sports Tops: Designed for active use, offering high support and coverage.
  • Longline Tops: Extended length for more coverage and a retro look.
• Bikini Bottoms:
  • Triangle Bottoms: Minimal coverage, tie sides.
  • Hipster Bottoms: Low-rise, moderate coverage.
  • High-Waisted Bottoms: Retro style, offering tummy control and coverage.
  • Tie-Side Bottoms: Adjustable coverage and fit.
  • Boy Shorts Bottoms: Full coverage, comfortable and sporty.
  • Ruched Bottoms: Feature gathering for a flattering effect.
• Tankini Tops: Resemble tank tops, offering more coverage than traditional bikini tops. Often paired with bikini bottoms.

Women’s separated swimwear falls under several classifications depending on the material composition. Here’s a breakdown of relevant HS codes based on the provided information:

• 6112490010: This code covers track suits, ski-suits and swimwear, knitted or crocheted; women's or girls' swimwear; of other textile materials; of cotton. This applies specifically to swimwear made of cotton. The first two digits (61) indicate garments knitted or crocheted. The next two (12) specify track suits, ski-suits and swimwear. The following two (49) denote swimwear of other textile materials, and the final two (0010) pinpoint cotton compositions. The base tariff is 13.2%, with an additional surcharge of 7.5%, increasing to 30.0% after April 2, 2025, resulting in a total tariff of 50.7%.

• 6112490090: This HS code also covers track suits, ski-suits and swimwear, knitted or crocheted; women's or girls' swimwear; of other textile materials; other. This is for swimwear made of materials other than cotton, categorized as "other" (859). The tariff structure mirrors 6112490010: a base tariff of 13.2%, a 7.5% surcharge, and a 30.0% surcharge post-April 2, 2025, totaling 50.7%.

• 6211121010: This code applies to track suits, ski-suits and swimwear; other garments; swimwear; women's or girls'; of man-made fibers; women's (659). The first two digits (62) indicate garments not knitted or crocheted. The next two (11) specify track suits, ski-suits and swimwear. The following two (12) denote swimwear of man-made fibers, and the final two (1010) pinpoint women's compositions. The base tariff is 11.8%, with an additional surcharge of 7.5%, increasing to 30.0% after April 2, 2025, resulting in a total tariff of 49.3%. This code appears twice in the reference material, indicating its importance for this type of product.

It is important to note that the total tariff rate will change to 50.7% for codes 6112490010 and 6112490090, and 49.3% for code 6211121010 after April 2, 2025.