Women's Cotton A-Line Skirt from Japan
A classic A-line skirt made from 100% cotton fabric, featuring a fitted waistband and flared hemline falling to knee length. It is a made-up article of woven cotton textile, not knitted or crocheted, qualifying under HTS 6204.52.20 as an 'other' women's cotton skirt. The simple design lacks swimwear features and meets Chapter 62's exclusion criteria.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%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 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content exceeds 70% cotton via lab tests for accurate declaration under cotton subheading
• Provide commercial invoice detailing skirt measurements and construction to avoid misclassification as dresses
• Ensure labeling complies with FTC rules for country of origin and care instructions to prevent CBP holds