Girls' Polyester Party Dress from Japan

A knee-length party dress for girls made primarily from polyester synthetic fibers, featuring a fitted bodice, A-line skirt, and spaghetti straps. It qualifies under HTS 6204.43.4040 as a girls' dress of synthetic fibers, not swimwear, designed for young girls with right-over-left front closure typical for girls' garments. The dress is a made-up textile article excluding knitted or crocheted fabrics.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

26%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify fiber content exceeds 70% synthetic fibers via lab testing to confirm classification under 6204.43; blends under 70% may shift to 6204.42

Ensure labels indicate 'girls'' sizing and right-over-left closure; provide commercial invoices detailing fabric composition and country of origin

Avoid common pitfalls like misclassifying as women's (6204.43.20) by confirming body height suitability for girls under Chapter 62 notes