Sourcing women's woven camiknickers from China
Women's woven camiknickers from China carry a flat 12% UK duty across the relevant cotton, man-made fibre and other textile lines. Fibre content must be labelled, and torso length, crotch fit and seam strength need checking against the approved sample. Cambridge China Bridge sources women's woven camiknickers.
12% duty on woven camiknickers
Read from the UK Trade Tariff on 1 October 2026, heading 6208 covers women's or girls' woven underwear, nightwear and related garments. This guide focuses on camiknickers combining a camisole upper with knicker bottoms. The relevant lines shown carry 12% duty on goods from China, with no anti-dumping or countervailing duty and no suspensions recorded.
The other-textile lines attach CITES import and export controls. Where protected-species materials are involved, permits may be required, and UK Border Force checks and endorses the documents. Before shipping from China, ask APHA and your customs broker to confirm the species, documents and applicable requirements.
Confirm the commodity code using the garment's construction, fibre composition and intended use rather than its sales name. For the wider heading and separate camisole styles, see women's woven camisoles.
| Goods | Commodity code | Duty | Anti-dumping or countervailing duty on China |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cotton woven camiknickers | 6208 91 00 90 | 12% | None |
| Man-made fibre woven camiknickers | 6208 92 00 00 | 12% | None |
| Other textile camiknickers, hand-printed by the batik method | 6208 99 00 91 | 12% | None |
| Other textile woven camiknickers, other | 6208 99 00 99 | 12% | None |
Specify torso length and crotch construction
Agree the woven fabric, fibre composition, lining, opacity, colour and wash method. Record bust, waist, hip and shoulder-to-crotch measurements, strap adjustment, leg opening and gusset dimensions. Specify whether the crotch is closed or fastened, how the fastening sits against the skin, and the lace, elastic and seam finish. Fit the sample while sitting, bending and raising the arms.
The fibre label must show fibre content, including fur and other animal parts. UK importers are responsible for consumer product safety. Agree checks for sharp fastening edges, loose trims and uncomfortable seams, and retain the approved sample and inspection results. Arrange testing and certification support around the actual fabric and trims.
Worked duty example
Illustrative example, not a quote: 1,000 women's cotton woven camiknickers; illustrative quantity, FOB value and freight under 6208 91 00 90, invoiced at £6,000 free on board, with £800 of freight and insurance to the UK. The customs value is £6,800. Duty at 12% is £816. Import VAT at 20% is charged on the customs value plus duty, £7,616, so it is £1,523.20. Import taxes total £2,339.20; a VAT-registered importer can usually reclaim the VAT, so the lasting cost is the £816 of duty. The import duty and VAT guide explains each step.
Inspection checklist
Fit: measure garments across the ordered sizes against the approved chart; check torso length, crotch position, strap adjustment and leg opening while moving.
Fabric: compare bulk fabric with the approved sample; wash samples to check shrinkage, colour transfer, opacity and distortion.
Seams and trims: check seam slippage at the crotch and side seams, lace edges, elastic recovery, strap attachments and fastening security.
Labels and packing: compare fibre labels, size markings and care instructions with approved artwork; check for dampness, stains and snagged lace on arrival. Use the agreed sample for quality inspection.
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What goes wrong
A camiknicker can match bust and hip measurements yet pull tightly at the crotch because the torso is too short. Washing can worsen this. A longer strap may alter the neckline without fixing the body length, so assess the full garment during fitting.
Satin seams can open under tension, lace can scratch or unravel, and crotch fastenings can press against the skin. Bulk fabric substitutions can change drape, shrinkage and colour transfer. Approve the fabric, fastening and washed sample before production, then compare the shipment with those approvals.
Cambridge China Bridge sources these products for UK businesses, checking the factory and the documents before shipment. See factory verification. For own-brand ranges, see sourcing for brands.
Frequently asked questions
What is the UK import duty on women's woven camiknickers from China?
The supplied tariff snapshot lists 12% duty across the relevant cotton, man-made fibre and other textile lines, with no anti-dumping or countervailing duty and no suspensions.
What measurements matter most for camiknickers?
Check shoulder-to-crotch length alongside bust, waist and hip measurements. Assess crotch position, leg opening and strap adjustment while sitting and bending, including after washing.
Do women's woven camiknickers need a fibre label?
Yes. The label must show fibre content, including fur and other animal parts. Compare the label artwork with the agreed fabric composition and the supplied garment.
Why does the tariff show CITES controls on some camiknickers?
The other-textile lines attach CITES controls. Protected-species materials may need permits. Ask APHA and your customs broker to confirm the species and documents before shipment.