Polyester Baby Dress from Japan
A simple A-line dress of woven polyester for baby girls up to 86 cm, with short puffed sleeves and empire waist. HTS 6209.30.30 applies as other synthetic babies' garments, superseding 6204 per Chapter Note (b) for prima facie baby items.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
16%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Include growth charts or size specs proving ≤86 cm to defend against child garment reclassification
• Avoid decorative elements mimicking swimwear, which could invoke exclusions
• Pre-verify with CBP rulings for lace-trimmed versions to confirm textile primacy