Polyester Midi Dress from Japan
A knee-length dress made from 100% polyester fabric, featuring a fitted bodice and flared skirt, designed for women's casual wear. It falls under HTS 6204.49.5030 as a women's dress of man-made fiber textile material, not knitted or crocheted, subject to man-made fiber restraints. The smooth polyester construction distinguishes it from cotton or wool dresses in other subheadings.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content via lab tests to confirm over 70% man-made fibers for accurate classification under 6204.49
• Include detailed invoices specifying 'women's dress of polyester' and garment measurements to avoid misclassification as skirts
• Watch for quota restrictions under 636; apply for licenses early if importing large volumes from restrained countries