HS Code 62.04 – Suits, ensembles, jackets, dresses, skirts, divided skirts, trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts (other than swimwear); women's or girls' (not knitted or crocheted)

HS code 6204 is a 4-digit heading in the Harmonized System that covers: Suits, ensembles, jackets, dresses, skirts, divided skirts, trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts (other than swimwear); women's or girls' (not knitted or crocheted). Heading 6204 covers a wide array of women's or girls' woven garments, including suits, ensembles, jackets, dresses, skirts, divided skirts, trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches, and shorts, excluding swimwear. This comprehensive classification is crucial for distinguishing non-knitted apparel for women and girls from their knitted counterparts in Chapter 61 (e.g., 6104). The scope is exceptionally broad, encompassing everything from formal business suits and evening dresses to casual skirts and shorts, reflecting the diverse nature of women's fashion. The definitive criteria are 'not knitted or crocheted' and the exclusion of swimwear. Key sub-categories span tailored professional wear, casual everyday garments, and special occasion dresses. Accurate classification under 6204 is paramount for trade compliance, directly influencing customs duties, quotas, and origin requirements, which are critical for market competitiveness. Historically, women's apparel has been a dynamic and significant sector of the global textile trade, constantly evolving with fashion trends and consumer preferences. As a central part of Chapter 62, this heading reinforces the classification principle based on fabric construction (woven) within Section XI (Textiles and Textile Articles), providing a clear framework for international trade and minimizing classification ambiguities in a high-volume product category.

Women's business suits, Girls' party dresses, Women's tailored denim skirts, Girls' school uniform dresses, Women's linen ensembles, Women's work jackets, Girls' cotton shorts, Women's palazzo pants, Women's pencil skirts, Girls' denim bib and brace overalls, Women's formal evening gowns (woven), Women's culottes, Women's tweed blazers, Women's capri pants, Girls' sundresses (woven), Women's A-line skirts, Women's jumpsuits (woven, classified as ensemble), Women's wide-leg trousers, Women's track pants (woven), Girls' uniform skirts, Women's casual dresses (woven), Ladies' wrap skirts, Girls' embroidered breeches, Women's cargo pants (woven), Women's tailored shorts

Misclassification under HS 6204 often occurs by confusing it with knitted women's apparel, which falls under heading 6104. The crucial distinction is the fabric's construction: 6204 is exclusively for woven garments. Another common error is classifying women's outerwear, such as coats or anoraks, under 6204; these belong to 6202. Swimwear, explicitly excluded from 6204, is typically classified under 6211 or 6212. Given the heading's broad scope, traders must carefully identify the garment's primary function, material (woven), and ensure it is not outerwear or swimwear to avoid compliance issues and incorrect duty assessments.

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 6204 in UN Comtrade data were China ($22.9B, 28% of world exports), Bangladesh (about $6.8B) and Vietnam (about $4.7B). World exports came to about $81.0B, 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.

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 6204 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($10.3B, 15% of world imports), Germany ($6.0B) and Spain ($4.6B). World imports came to about $67.2B, 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.

HS code 6204 is a 4-digit heading under Chapter 62 of the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (62) identify the chapter, and digits 3-4 (04) specify the heading. This code contains multiple 6-digit subheadings for precise product classification.