HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 6104.42 – Dresses; women's or girls', of cotton, knitted or crocheted
HS code 6104.42 is the 6-digit subheading for dresses, women's or girls', of cotton, knitted or crocheted. It is used for cotton jersey t-shirt dress, rib-knit cotton midi dress, crocheted cotton beach dress, organic cotton sweater dress and cotton pique polo dress.
What HS 6104.42 covers
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.
- Covers
- 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
- Examples
- Gap cotton t-shirt dress
- H&M ribbed cotton dress
- Everlane organic cotton dress
- Lacoste cotton polo dress
- Zara knit cotton dress
Codes often confused with 6104.42
Common mistake. 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.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 610442, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 610442 in UN Comtrade data was Bangladesh, with about 17% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 18% of world imports. Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 0.8% of its exports here ($1.4M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Bangladesh* ~$444M 17% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 China $411M 16% of world exports
- 3 Türkiye $167M 6.5% of world exports
Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 0.8% of its exports here ($1.4M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
World total: $2.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $421M 18% of world imports
- 2 Germany $266M 12% of world imports
- 3 France $128M 5.5% of world imports
World total: $2.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 6104.42
Brazil does not split HS 6104.42: its NCM code is 6104.42.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 61.04 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 6104.42
What is HS code 610442?
HS code 610442 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that 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.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 610442?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 610442 in UN Comtrade data were Bangladesh (about $444M, 17% of world exports), China ($411M) and Türkiye ($167M). World exports came to about $2.6B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 0.8% of its exports here ($1.4M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 610442?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 610442 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($421M, 18% of world imports), Germany ($266M) and France ($128M). World imports came to about $2.3B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
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.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 610442?
In Brazil, HS code 610442 is NCM 6104.42.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.