6212.10 - Brassieres:

This HTS category, 6212.10, specifically covers brassieres, which are women's undergarments designed to support and shape the breasts. It encompasses all types of brassieres, regardless of their material composition (as long as they are not knitted or crocheted, which would fall under Chapter 61), construction, or specific design features.

Brassieres within this classification are distinct from sibling categories such as girdles and panty-girdles (6212.20), which primarily aim to shape the torso and hips, and corsets (6212.30), which are typically more structured garments designed for significant shaping and support of the waist and torso. While all fall under the broader heading of supportive undergarments, the specific function and area of the body addressed differentiate these categories.

The subcategories for 6212.10 further refine classification based on decorative elements. The "Containing lace, net or embroidery" subdivision applies to brassieres that prominently feature these embellishments as a design element. The "Other" subdivision captures brassieres that do not meet the criteria for the decorated subcategory, encompassing simpler, unadorned brassieres.