Product classification
HS code for Women's artificial fiber dress: 6204.44
Dresses, women's or girls', of artificial fibres (not knitted or crocheted).
Classification of women's artificial fiber dress under HS 6204.44
The classification of women's artificial fiber dresses under HS code 620444 is determined by several specific criteria defined in the Harmonized System. Firstly, the garment must be designed for women or girls. Secondly, the material must consist of artificial fibers. In the context of the textile industry, artificial fibers are distinct from synthetic fibers; they are manufactured from natural polymers, most commonly cellulose. Examples include viscose, rayon, acetate, and triacetate. Thirdly, the construction of the fabric must be woven. This means the garment is not knitted or crocheted, which would place it in Chapter 61. Heading 6204 is a broad category for suits, ensembles, jackets, blazers, and dresses. Subheading 44 specifically isolates dresses made of these artificial filaments or staple fibers. Accurate classification is essential for determining customs duties, as artificial fibers often carry different tariff rates compared to natural or synthetic counterparts. Importers must ensure that the fiber composition is verified by a laboratory test if the distinction between artificial and synthetic is unclear, as this affects the legal entry of the goods. The Harmonized System Explanatory Notes for heading 6204 provide further guidance on the length and style of dresses to distinguish them from skirts or long shirts. Furthermore, the woven requirement means the fabric is created by interlacing warp and weft threads, providing a stable structure compared to the looped structure of knitted fabrics. This structural difference is why woven garments are categorized in Chapter 62, while knitted ones are in Chapter 61. The inclusion of specific fibers like cuprammonium rayon or lyocell also falls under this artificial fiber designation, provided the garment is woven.
- Covers
- Viscose woven dresses
- Rayon evening gowns
- Acetate summer dresses
- Lyocell woven dresses
- Triacetate formal dresses
- Cupro woven midi dresses
- Also under 6204.44
- Reformation Tencel dress
- COS viscose dress
- Eileen Fisher Tencel dress
- Zara modal dress
- H&M rayon dress
Codes often confused with 6204.44
Common mistake. This code is frequently confused with HS code 610444, which covers knitted artificial fiber dresses. The primary difference is the fabric construction. Additionally, 620443 is often used incorrectly; it applies to dresses made of synthetic fibers like polyester or nylon, which are chemically synthesized rather than regenerated from natural polymers.
Top exporters and importers of HS 620444 (the code used for women's artificial fiber dress), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 620444 (the code used for women's artificial fiber dress) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 22% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 14% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 620444, not only women's artificial fiber dress.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $729M 22% of world exports
- 2 Germany $310M 9.4% of world exports
- 3 Italy $252M 7.6% of world exports
World total: $3.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $459M 14% of world imports
- 2 Germany $391M 11% of world imports
- 3 Poland $275M 8.1% of world imports
World total: $3.4B 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 women's artificial fiber dress
Brazil classifies women's artificial fiber dress under NCM 6204.44.00: HS 6204.44 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about women's artificial fiber dress
What is the HS code for Women's artificial fiber dress?
The HS code for Women's artificial fiber dress is 620444 (Dresses; women's or girls', of artificial fibres (not knitted or crocheted)).
How do I classify Women's artificial fiber dress for customs?
Women's artificial fiber dress is classified under HS code 620444 — Dresses; women's or girls', of artificial fibres (not knitted or crocheted). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for a viscose dress?
A woven viscose dress for women is classified under HS code 620444.
What is the difference between artificial and synthetic fibers?
Artificial fibers are regenerated from natural polymers like cellulose (e.g., viscose), while synthetic fibers are created entirely from chemicals (e.g., polyester).
Which countries are the top exporters of women's artificial fiber dress (HS 620444)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 620444 (the code used for women's artificial fiber dress) in UN Comtrade data were China ($729M, 22% of world exports), Germany ($310M) and Italy ($252M). World exports came to about $3.3B, 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 women's artificial fiber dress (HS 620444)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 620444 (the code used for women's artificial fiber dress) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($459M, 14% of world imports), Germany ($391M) and Poland ($275M). World imports came to about $3.4B, 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 Women's artificial fiber dress the same in all countries?
The base HS code 620444 for Women's artificial fiber 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 women's artificial fiber dress in Brazil?
In Brazil, women's artificial fiber dress (HS 620444) is classified under NCM 6204.44.00.