Polyester Midi Dress from Japan
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 6204.44.40 as a women's dress of artificial fibers, not specified elsewhere in the subheading. This classification applies to made-up textile articles excluding knitted or crocheted fabrics.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
16%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content exceeds 70% artificial fibers via lab tests to confirm classification under 6204; declare exact composition on entry documents
• Ensure labels indicate country of origin and care instructions per FTC rules to avoid CBP holds at entry
• Avoid common pitfalls like misclassifying as cotton blends (6204.42), which changes duty rates; review weave vs knit