HS Code for Girls' synthetic dress

The classification of girls' synthetic dresses under HS code 6204.43 is determined by the garment's construction as a woven article and its primary material composition of synthetic fibers. Chapter 62 of the Harmonized System covers all apparel that is not knitted or crocheted. A "dress" is defined in the HS Explanatory Notes as a garment intended to cover the body, starting from the shoulders and usually extending to the knees or below. For classification under 6204.43, the fabric must be woven, meaning it is formed by interlacing yarns at right angles. The fiber content must be predominantly synthetic, such as polyester, acrylic, or nylon. This code excludes dresses made of artificial fibers (like rayon or acetate), which are classified under 6204.44, and those made of natural fibers like cotton (6204.42) or silk (6204.41). The classification process involves verifying the fabric type and the percentage of each fiber present in the garment. This is crucial because duty rates can vary significantly based on fiber content. Additionally, the garment must be designed for women or girls; similar woven dresses for infants are classified under heading 6209. Accurate classification ensures that importers comply with trade regulations, including any applicable anti-dumping duties or textile quotas.

Products Included

• Girls' woven polyester party dresses
• Woven nylon summer dresses for girls
• Girls' school uniforms (dresses) made of woven synthetic blends
• Woven acrylic dresses for girls

Common Misclassification

A common error is classifying a knitted dress under this code; knitted synthetic dresses belong in 6104.43. Another mistake is confusing synthetic fibers with artificial fibers, leading to a misclassification between 6204.43 (synthetic) and 6204.44 (artificial/rayon).

FAQ

What is the HS code for girls' synthetic dress?

The HS code for a girls' woven dress made of synthetic fibers is 6204.43.

What if the dress is a blend of cotton and polyester?

Classification depends on which fiber predominates by weight. If synthetic fiber predominates, it remains 6204.43; if cotton predominates, it moves to 6204.42.