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Indian Hand-Loomed Sari Blouse Dress

A hand-loomed cotton choli-style dress inspired by Indian sari blouses, certified as folklore product with block-printed motifs. HTS 6204.42.10.00 applies to this women's cotton dress due to its artisanal hand-looming and cultural designation. Woven fabric aligns with chapter's exclusion of knitted articles.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China11.8%+20.0%31.8%
🇲🇽Mexico11.8%+10.0%21.8%
🇨🇦Canada11.8%+10.0%21.8%
🇩🇪Germany11.8%—11.8%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

6204.42Same rate: 31.8%

If for other cotton dresses not hand-loomed

General cotton dress subheading without special folklore certification.

6212.20.00Higher: 40% vs 31.8%

If knitted brassieres or similar

Chapter allows knitted items only in 6212; woven blouses stay in 6204.

6209.30.10.00Higher: 42% vs 31.8%

If sized for babies <=86cm

Legal notes prioritize 6209 for qualifying babies' garments over others.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Declare as 'certified hand-loomed folklore' on commercial invoice with supporting docs

• Ensure no pockets below waist to avoid overlap with 6205/6206 notes