Polyester Midi Dress from China

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 6204.43.40 as a women's dress of synthetic fibers, not qualifying as swimwear or any specialized category. This classification applies to made-up textile articles excluding knitted or crocheted fabrics.

Duty Rate — China → United States

33.5%

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
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)

Import Tips

Verify fiber content exceeds 70% synthetic fibers via lab tests for accurate Chapter 62 classification, avoiding reclassification to cotton headings

Provide detailed invoices specifying 'women's dress of synthetic fibers' and right-over-left closure to confirm women's garment status

Avoid common pitfalls like insufficient care labeling, which can delay clearance; ensure permanent labels meet US FTC requirements