Polyester Midi Dress

A knee-length dress made primarily from artificial fibers like polyester, featuring a fitted bodice and flared skirt, designed for women's casual or semi-formal wear. It falls under HTS 6204.44.4010 as a women's dress of artificial fibers, not swimwear, and classified as 'other' within the category. This aligns with Chapter 62 for made-up textile articles excluding knitted items.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China16%+17.5%33.5%
🇲🇽Mexico16%+10.0%26%
🇨🇦Canada16%+10.0%26%
🇩🇪Germany16%+10.0%26%
🇯🇵Japan16%+10.0%26%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6204.43.40Same rate: 33.5%

If containing 70% or more elastomeric yarn

High elastomeric content shifts classification to dedicated subheading for stretch fabrics.

6210.20.50Lower: 24.6% vs 33.5%

If primarily knitted or crocheted construction

Knitted dresses fall under Chapter 61, excluded from Chapter 62's made-up woven articles.

6204.49Lower: 16.9% vs 33.5%

If part of a coordinated ensemble set for retail sale

Ensembles with upper and lower garments meeting Chapter note criteria classify under ensemble provisions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify fiber content exceeds 70% artificial fibers via lab tests for accurate classification under 6204.44

Include detailed invoices specifying 'women's dress, not swimwear' to avoid misclassification as swimwear in 6211

Ensure right-over-left front closure and women's cut to confirm women's designation per Chapter notes

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Acetate Sheath Dress

A tailored, above-knee sheath dress made of acetate (artificial fiber) with a pencil skirt shape and boat neckline, ideal for office attire. It qualifies for HTS 6204.44.4010 as a women's dress of artificial fibers in the 'other' category, fitting Chapter 62's non-knitted textile garments.

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Polyester A-Line Dress

A classic A-line dress in polyester artificial fibers, with short sleeves and cinched waist, suited for everyday women's wear. Classified in HTS 6204.44.4010 as women's 'other' artificial fiber dress, compliant with Chapter 62 made-up article rules.

Modal Jersey Dress

A soft jersey knit dress from modal (artificial fiber), but classified as woven equivalent for tariff; midi length with boat neck. HTS 6204.44.4010 applies to this women's artificial fiber dress as 'other', non-knitted per Chapter scope.

Lyocell Cocktail Dress

A fitted cocktail dress of lyocell artificial fibers, sleeveless with embellished neckline for formal events. Under HTS 6204.44.4010 as women's artificial fiber 'other' dress, made-up textile per Chapter 62.