Spandex Blend Cocktail Dress from Germany
A short cocktail dress primarily of spandex synthetic fibers with stretch for form-fitting women's evening wear. Classified in HTS 6204.43.40 for other synthetic dresses, as a made-up article not covered by exclusions like heading 6212.
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
• Use detailed photos in entries to confirm no waist pockets or ribbing that would exclude from dress headings
• Certify origin accurately; synthetic duties vary by free trade agreement eligibility
• Screen for flammability standards, as synthetics pose higher risks under US regs