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Smocked Cotton Baby Party Dress

An elegant smocked empire waist dress knitted from soft cotton yarn, for babies under 86 cm. Features puffed sleeves, floral embroidery, and a full skirt for special occasions. HTS 6111.20.40.00 applies to this made-up knitted cotton baby dress.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China11.5%+20.0%31.5%
🇲🇽Mexico11.5%+10.0%21.5%
🇨🇦Canada11.5%+10.0%21.5%
🇩🇪Germany11.5%—11.5%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

6111.30.20.00Higher: 52% vs 31.5%

If synthetic smocking elastic dominates

Primary material shifts to man-made fibers for baby dresses in 6111.30.

6109.10.00Higher: 36.5% vs 31.5%

If with drawstring or ribbed bottom

Heading 6109 excludes such features; cotton T-shirts/blouses instead.

6117.80.95Higher: 34.6% vs 31.5%

If imported as parts (unmade panels)

Unfinished garments classify as parts in 6117, not made-up in 6111.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Smocking must be knitted; submit fabric swatches if questioned on construction

• Label country of origin and care instructions per FTC rules to prevent holds

• Watch for embroidery fiber blends; pure cotton keeps it in 6111.20