HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 6204.42 – Dresses; women's or girls', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted)
HS code 6204.42 is the 6-digit subheading for dresses, women's or girls', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted). It is used for cotton sundress, denim shirtdress, cotton poplin midi dress, seersucker dress and cotton chambray dress.
What HS 6204.42 covers
This HS code specifies women's and girls' dresses made from cotton, excluding knitted or crocheted varieties. These dresses are a cornerstone of global apparel trade, offering comfort, breathability, and versatility for various occasions, from casual wear to more formal settings. Importers span the entire retail spectrum, from fast-fashion giants and mass-market retailers to independent boutiques and sustainable fashion brands. Exporting nations with robust cotton cultivation and textile manufacturing industries, such as China, India, Bangladesh, and Vietnam, are dominant in this category. Key trade considerations include the type of cotton (e.g., organic, Pima, Egyptian), fabric construction (e.g., poplin, denim, voile), dyeing and printing techniques, and compliance with international labor and environmental standards. The sheer volume and diverse styles of cotton dresses ensure a dynamic and competitive global market.
- Covers
- Cotton sundress
- Denim shirtdress
- Cotton poplin midi dress
- Seersucker dress
- Cotton chambray dress
- Gabardine cotton trench dress
- Corduroy pinafore dress
- Examples
- Zara cotton dress
- H&M denim dress
- Gap cotton sundress
- J.Crew poplin dress
- Levi's denim dress
Codes often confused with 6204.42
Common mistake. Confusion frequently arises with knitted cotton dresses (HS 6104.42) due to the material, or with cotton skirts (HS 6204.52) if the garment is a two-piece set.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 620442, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 620442 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 22% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 20% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $1.1B 22% of world exports
- 2 India $896M 17% of world exports
- 3 Morocco $358M 6.7% of world exports
World total: $5.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $1.0B 20% of world imports
- 2 Saudi Arabia $462M 8.9% of world imports
- 3 Germany $441M 8.5% of world imports
World total: $5.2B 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 6204.42
Brazil does not split HS 6204.42: its NCM code is 6204.42.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 62.04 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 6204.42
What is HS code 620442?
HS code 620442 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Dresses; women's or girls', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted). This HS code specifies women's and girls' dresses made from cotton, excluding knitted or crocheted varieties. These dresses are a cornerstone of global apparel trade, offering comfort, breathability, and versatility for various occasions, from casual wear to more formal settings. Importers span the entire retail spectrum, from fast-fashion giants and mass-market retailers to independent boutiques and sustainable fashion brands. Exporting nations with robust cotton cultivation and textile manufacturing industries, such as China, India, Bangladesh, and Vietnam, are dominant in this category. Key trade considerations include the type of cotton (e.g., organic, Pima, Egyptian), fabric construction (e.g., poplin, denim, voile), dyeing and printing techniques, and compliance with international labor and environmental standards. The sheer volume and diverse styles of cotton dresses ensure a dynamic and competitive global market.
What products fall under HS code 620442?
Cotton sundress, Denim shirtdress, Cotton poplin midi dress, Seersucker dress, Cotton chambray dress, Gabardine cotton trench dress, Corduroy pinafore dress
What are common misclassifications for HS code 620442?
Confusion frequently arises with knitted cotton dresses (HS 6104.42) due to the material, or with cotton skirts (HS 6204.52) if the garment is a two-piece set.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 620442?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 620442 in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.1B, 22% of world exports), India ($896M) and Morocco ($358M). World exports came to about $5.3B, 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.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 620442?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 620442 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.0B, 20% of world imports), Saudi Arabia ($462M) and Germany ($441M). World imports came to about $5.2B, 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.
How is HS code 620442 structured?
HS code 620442 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (62) 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 620442?
In Brazil, HS code 620442 is NCM 6204.42.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.