Apparel articles described in U.S. note 6(q) to this subchapter and imported directly from Haiti or the Dominican Republic

Apparel articles described in U.S. note 6(q) to this subchapter and imported directly from Haiti or the Dominican Republic

Duty Rate (from China)

10%
MFN Base RateFree

Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Total Effective Rate10%

Products classified under HTS 9820.61.45

Haitian Hand-Embroidered Cotton Dress

A women's cotton dress featuring traditional Haitian embroidery patterns along the neckline and hem, hand-stitched by local artisans. This apparel qualifies under HTS 9820.61.45 as it meets U.S. note 6(q) criteria for Haitian-origin apparel articles imported directly from Haiti, supporting local cottage industry production. The embroidery depicts traditional geometric motifs characteristic of Haitian folk art.

Dominican Republic Straw-Appliqué Blouse

Women's blouse with hand-appliquéd straw designs in traditional Dominican patterns, assembled by local cooperatives. Qualifies under 9820.61.45 per U.S. note 6(q) as a folklore handicraft apparel article imported directly from the Dominican Republic. Features cultural motifs representing Taino heritage.

Haitian Linen Guineé Shirt

Men's button-up shirt made from Haitian-grown linen with traditional Guineé embroidery bands across chest and cuffs. Meets HTS 9820.61.45 requirements under U.S. note 6(q) for authentic Haitian apparel imported directly, preserving Vodou-inspired textile traditions.

DR Hand-Loomed Cotton Apron

Women's kitchen apron woven on traditional backstrap looms using Dominican cotton, featuring appliquéd national flower motifs. Qualifies under 9820.61.45 as cottage industry apparel per U.S. note 6(q), imported directly from Dominican Republic rural cooperatives.

Haitian Silk Scarf Blouse

Sheer silk blouse with hand-rolled edges and traditional Haitian scarf knots at neckline, produced by Port-au-Prince silk weavers. Falls under HTS 9820.61.45 per U.S. note 6(q) for qualifying silk apparel imported directly from Haiti, limited to permitted silk content.

Dominican Palm Fiber Vest

Unisex vest crocheted from locally harvested palm fibers with shell button closures, representing Taíno weaving traditions. Qualifies for 9820.61.45 under U.S. note 6(q) as Dominican folklore apparel imported directly, supporting sustainable fiber crafts.

Haitian Cotton Peasant Skirt

Full gathered skirt with hand-smocked waistband featuring Vodou symbols, made from Haitian Sea Island cotton. Meets HTS 9820.61.45 criteria under U.S. note 6(q) for traditional apparel imported directly from Haitian women's cooperatives.

DR Sisal Embroidered Shirt

Men's camp-collar shirt with sisal embroidery depicting Dominican carnivals, produced by Santiago province artisans. Qualifies under 9820.61.45 per U.S. note 6(q) for Dominican Republic folklore apparel imported directly.

Haitian Bamboo Fiber Tunic

Oversized tunic dress woven from Haitian mountain bamboo fibers with natural dye block prints of local flora. Falls under HTS 9820.61.45 meeting U.S. note 6(q) for qualifying natural fiber apparel from Haiti.

Dominican Mahoe Bark Skirt Wrap

Women's wrap skirt beat from mahoe tree bark using traditional Dominican methods, featuring hand-painted merengue dance scenes. Qualifies for 9820.61.45 under U.S. note 6(q) as unique DR cottage industry apparel.

Haitian Vetiver Root Belt Dress

Shift dress with woven vetiver root belt featuring carved root beads, produced by Haitian northern region cooperatives. Meets HTS 9820.61.45 U.S. note 6(q) criteria for natural material apparel imported directly.

DR Coffee Sack Tote Dress

Shirtdress constructed from recycled Dominican coffee burlap sacks with embroidered coffee branch motifs. Qualifies under 9820.61.45 per U.S. note 6(q) for upcycled traditional apparel from DR cooperatives.

Haitian Breadfruit Fiber Shawl

Evening shawl spun from breadfruit tree fibers with lace-like hand-knotted fringe representing Haitian market patterns. Falls under HTS 9820.61.45 U.S. note 6(q) for qualifying Haitian natural fiber apparel.

Dominican Agave Sisal Poncho

Hand-twisted agave sisal poncho with fringe edges and appliquéd cigar leaf motifs, produced by Barahona province weavers. Qualifies for 9820.61.45 under U.S. note 6(q) Dominican cottage industry apparel.

Haitian Moringa Fiber Kaftan

Flowing kaftan from moringa bark fibers featuring batik designs of Haitian lakou temples, woven by northern art cooperatives. Meets HTS 9820.61.45 requirements per U.S. note 6(q) for direct Haitian import.