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Polyester Midi Dress from Germany

A knee-length dress made primarily from synthetic polyester fibers, featuring a fitted bodice and flared skirt, designed for women's casual or semi-formal wear. It falls under HTS 6204.43.4030 as a women's dress of synthetic fibers, not qualifying as swimwear and other than specific industrial types. The garment has a right-over-left front closure typical for women's apparel.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

16%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Verify fiber content exceeds 70% synthetic fibers via lab tests for accurate Chapter 62 classification, excluding knitted items

• Ensure right-over-left closure and women's cut to avoid reclassification to men's headings; provide cut patterns if challenged

• Label country of origin and care instructions per FTC rules to prevent delays at CBP