9813.00.10 - Models of women's wearing apparel imported by manufacturers for use solely as models in their own establishments

HTS Code 9813.00.10 specifically covers models of women's wearing apparel that are imported by manufacturers. The crucial element for this classification is that these models must be intended for use solely as display pieces within the importing manufacturer's own establishment. This means the apparel is not for resale or general distribution but serves a demonstrative purpose in a trade or design setting.

This category is distinct from the vast majority of HTS classifications, which typically cover commercially traded goods. Unlike sibling categories such as live animals (e.g., 0101, 0102) or other consumer goods, 9813.00.10 deals with a specialized, temporary import for internal business use. Its purpose is not market-driven consumption but rather a functional requirement within the manufacturing or design process of women's apparel.

As a leaf node, HTS Code 9813.00.10 does not have further subdivisions. The classification hinges entirely on the specified conditions: the item being a model of women's wearing apparel, its importation by a manufacturer, and its exclusive use as a model within that manufacturer's premises. Any deviation from these criteria, such as importation for retail sale, use by a third-party modeling agency, or for sale as finished garments, would necessitate classification under a different HTS code.