HS Code for Girls' cotton dress

Girls' cotton dresses are classified under HS code 6204.42. This classification is based on the woven nature of the fabric, as Chapter 62 encompasses apparel and clothing accessories that are not knitted or crocheted. Heading 6204 covers a variety of women's and girls' garments, including suits, ensembles, jackets, blazers, dresses, skirts, divided skirts, trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches, and shorts. The specific subheading 6204.42 is reserved for dresses made of cotton. For customs purposes, a dress is defined as a garment intended to cover the body, starting from the shoulders and extending down to the knees or below. It must be a single garment rather than a combination of a separate top and skirt. The material must be predominantly cotton by weight to satisfy the requirements of this specific subheading. This code is essential for international trade to distinguish between different fabric types and garment styles.

Products Included

• Woven cotton sundresses for girls
• Girls' cotton formal dresses
• Cotton pinafores (woven)
• Woven cotton shirt-dresses
• Cotton denim dresses for girls

Common Misclassification

The most common misclassification occurs with HS code 6104.42, which is for knitted cotton dresses. If the dress is made of a jersey or interlock knit fabric, it belongs in Chapter 61. Another error is using 6209.20 for baby dresses; if the garment is for infants (generally up to 86 cm in height), it must be classified under the babies' clothing heading. Furthermore, if the dress is made of synthetic fibers, it should be under 6204.43.

FAQ

What is the HS code for girls' cotton dress?

The HS code for a girls' woven cotton dress is 6204.42.

Does 6204.42 include knitted cotton dresses?

No, knitted cotton dresses are classified under HS code 6104.42. Code 6204.42 is strictly for woven (not knitted or crocheted) cotton dresses.