US-CONGRESS BILLS-119hr10147ih: To amend the Harmonized Tariff Schedule for the United States to establish a new subheading in chapter 39 for silicone prosthetics for women who are breast cancer survivors and a new subheading in chapter 90 for mastectomy bras.
A new bill proposes adding HTS subheadings for silicone breast prosthetics and mastectomy bras, potentially lowering or eliminating duties for these products.
Aforeworn detected this change in the International Trade & Tariffs (ITC / CBP / USTR) space on August 25, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated Low urgency. Importers, customs brokers, and manufacturers of silicone breast prosthetics and mastectomy bras. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Not specified; bill is in early legislative stage.. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors International Trade & Tariffs (ITC / CBP / USTR) continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
Proposed new subheadings in HTS chapters 39 and 90 for these products, which may affect duty rates and classification.
Who it affects
Importers, customs brokers, and manufacturers of silicone breast prosthetics and mastectomy bras.
What you must do
Monitor the bill's progress and prepare to reclassify imports if enacted.
Deadline
Not specified; bill is in early legislative stage.
Source: https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/BILLS-119hr10147ih
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