Cotton Maxi Dress from Japan
A floor-length women's dress made from woven cotton fabric, featuring a fitted bodice and flowing skirt, not knitted or crocheted. It falls under HTS 6204.42.30 as a dress of cotton, other than swimwear or specific exclusions in Chapter 62. This classification applies to made-up textile articles for women or girls.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content exceeds 70% cotton via lab tests for accurate classification; ensure no knitted components to avoid Chapter 61
• Provide commercial invoices detailing construction as woven