Polyester Knitted Pencil Skirt

A form-fitting knee-length pencil skirt made from knitted artificial fibers like polyester, designed as a standalone women's garment for office wear. It falls under HTS 6104.29.1020 because it is a skirt of artificial fibers, knitted or crocheted, within the women's ensembles category when imported separately but classified here per chapter notes prioritizing specific garments. No drawstring or ribbed waistband is present, meeting heading requirements.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6104.52.00Higher: 25.8% vs 17.5%

If made primarily of cotton or man-made fibers other than artificial

Artificial fibers like viscose classify in 6104.29, but cotton blends shift to 6104.52 per material composition headings.

6204.52.20Higher: 25.7% vs 17.5%

If woven rather than knitted or crocheted

Chapter 61 is strictly for knitted/crocheted articles; woven skirts move to Chapter 62 heading 6204.

6114.30.10Higher: 45.7% vs 17.5%

If imported as part of a garment set for layering rather than ensemble

Standalone skirts stay in 6104, but if presented as accessories in sets, they may classify under 6114 per chapter note exclusions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify fiber content exceeds 70% artificial fibers via lab tests for accurate classification under 6104.29

Ensure labeling complies with FTC rules for country of origin and fiber composition to avoid CBP holds

Avoid common pitfalls like misdeclaring as woven (Chapter 62) which changes duty rates significantly

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