Product classification
HS code for Cotton knit dress: 6104.42
Dresses, women's or girls', of cotton, knitted or crocheted.
Classification of cotton knit dress under HS 6104.42
The HS code 6104.42 is assigned to women's or girls' dresses made of knitted or crocheted cotton. Chapter 61 of the Harmonized System is exclusively for knitted apparel. Heading 6104 includes a wide range of women's garments, such as suits, ensembles, jackets, blazers, and dresses. In the context of the HS, a dress is defined as a garment designed to cover the body from the shoulders, typically extending to the knees or lower, and which can be worn without another garment on the lower half of the body. For classification under 6104.42, the dress must be constructed from knitted cotton fabric, which includes jersey, rib-knit, or interlock structures. The classification process involves a two-step verification: first, confirming the fiber content is predominantly cotton by weight, and second, ensuring the construction method is knitting rather than weaving. This code specifically excludes woven dresses, which are classified in Chapter 62 (specifically 6204.42), and dresses made from synthetic fibers (6104.43) or other materials like wool or silk. The presence of linings or decorative trims does not usually change the classification, provided the main body of the garment is knitted cotton. This precise categorization allows for the monitoring of textile trade flows based on material and construction.
- Covers
- Cotton jersey dresses
- Knitted cotton sundresses
- Cotton sweater dresses
- Knitted cotton maxi dresses
- Knitted cotton shift dresses
- Also under 6104.42
- 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. This code is often confused with 6204.42, which is for woven cotton dresses. It is also confused with 6104.52, which covers cotton skirts. A dress must cover the upper body, whereas a skirt only covers the lower body. Synthetic knit dresses fall under 6104.43.
Top exporters and importers of HS 610442 (the code used for cotton knit dress), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 610442 (the code used for cotton knit dress) 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.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 610442, not only cotton knit dress.
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 cotton knit dress
Brazil classifies cotton knit dress under NCM 6104.42.00: HS 6104.42 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about cotton knit dress
What is the HS code for Cotton knit dress?
The HS code for Cotton knit dress is 610442 (Dresses; women's or girls', of cotton, knitted or crocheted). The HS code for women's or girls' knitted cotton dresses is 6104.42.
How do I classify Cotton knit dress for customs?
Cotton knit dress is classified under HS code 610442 — Dresses; women's or girls', of cotton, knitted or crocheted. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What defines a dress versus a skirt in the HS?
A dress is a single garment covering both the upper and lower body, while a skirt (6104.52) covers only the lower body from the waist down.
Which countries are the top exporters of cotton knit dress (HS 610442)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 610442 (the code used for cotton knit dress) 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 cotton knit dress (HS 610442)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 610442 (the code used for cotton knit dress) 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.
Is the HS code for Cotton knit dress the same in all countries?
The base HS code 610442 for Cotton knit dress is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for cotton knit dress in Brazil?
In Brazil, cotton knit dress (HS 610442) is classified under NCM 6104.42.00.