HS Code Subheading

Dresses; women's or girls', of cotton, knitted or crocheted

6104.42 Subheading
Section XI — Textiles and textile articles

About HS Code 610442

This category encompasses women's or girls' dresses that are knitted or crocheted from cotton. As a staple in global apparel trade, cotton knit dresses are highly sought after due to cotton's comfort, breathability, and versatility, making them suitable for a vast array of styles from casual to semi-formal. The trade flow is characterized by large-scale manufacturing in countries with abundant labor and textile infrastructure, supplying mass-market retailers, department stores, and fast fashion brands worldwide. Importers are global fashion retailers and e-commerce giants. Exporters are typically major textile producers. Key factors influencing trade include the type of cotton (e.g., organic, Pima), the knit structure (e.g., jersey, rib, interlock), and current fashion trends, which dictate demand for specific silhouettes and finishes.

Products Under This Code

Cotton jersey t-shirt dress, Rib-knit cotton midi dress, Crocheted cotton beach dress, Organic cotton sweater dress, Cotton pique polo dress, Terry cotton loungewear dress, Cotton blend knit sundress

Real World Examples

Gap cotton t-shirt dress, H&M ribbed cotton dress, Everlane organic cotton dress, Lacoste cotton polo dress, Zara knit cotton dress

Common Misclassification

Often confused with 620442 (woven cotton dresses) if the knit is very fine, or with 610443 (synthetic knit dresses) if the cotton blend has a high synthetic content.

Products Classified Under 6104.42

Women's knitted dressGirls' knitted dressCotton knit dress

Related Codes

6104.13 Suits; women's or girls', of synthetic fibres, knitted or crocheted 6104.19 Suits; women's or girls', of textile materials (other than synthetic fibres), knitted or crocheted 6104.22 Ensembles; women's or girls', of cotton, knitted or crocheted 6104.23 Ensembles; women's or girls', of synthetic fibres, knitted or crocheted 6104.29 Ensembles; women's or girls', of textile materials (other than cotton or synthetic fibres), knitted or crocheted 6104.31 Jackets; women's or girls', of wool or fine animal hair, knitted or crocheted 6104.32 Jackets; women's or girls', of cotton, knitted or crocheted 6104.33 Jackets; women's or girls', of synthetic fibres, knitted or crocheted 6104.39 Jackets; women's or girls', of textile materials (other than wool or fine animal hair, cotton or synthetic fibres), knitted or crocheted 6104.41 Dresses; women's or girls', of wool or fine animal hair, knitted or crocheted

Industry

This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.

Trade Overview

China, Bangladesh, and India are leading exporters, with the USA, Germany, and the UK being primary importers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 610442?

HS code 610442 covers: Dresses; women's or girls', of cotton, knitted or crocheted. This category encompasses women's or girls' dresses that are knitted or crocheted from cotton. As a staple in global apparel trade, cotton knit dresses are highly sought after due to cotton's comfort, breathability, and versatility, making them suitable for a vast array of styles from casual to semi-formal. The trade flow is characterized by large-scale manufacturing in countries with abundant labor and textile infrastructure, supplying mass-market retailers, department stores, and fast fashion brands worldwide. Importers are global fashion retailers and e-commerce giants. Exporters are typically major textile producers. Key factors influencing trade include the type of cotton (e.g., organic, Pima), the knit structure (e.g., jersey, rib, interlock), and current fashion trends, which dictate demand for specific silhouettes and finishes.

What products fall under HS code 610442?

Cotton jersey t-shirt dress, Rib-knit cotton midi dress, Crocheted cotton beach dress, Organic cotton sweater dress, Cotton pique polo dress, Terry cotton loungewear dress, Cotton blend knit sundress

What are common misclassifications for HS code 610442?

Often confused with 620442 (woven cotton dresses) if the knit is very fine, or with 610443 (synthetic knit dresses) if the cotton blend has a high synthetic content.

How is HS code 610442 structured?

HS code 610442 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (61) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (04) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (42) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.