6204.22.10.00 - Judo, karate and other oriental martial arts uniforms (359) 🖩

This HTS classification, 6204.22.10.00, specifically covers judo, karate, and other oriental martial arts uniforms when they are constructed from cotton and are presented as ensembles. These garments are designed for athletic training and competition in specific martial arts disciplines, differentiating them from general athletic wear. The key defining characteristic for this subcategory is the intended use and the associated traditional design elements that are recognizable for these martial arts.

This category is distinct from its sibling, 6204.22.30, which encompasses all other cotton ensembles for women or girls that do not fall into the specialized martial arts uniform category. Therefore, if an ensemble is designed for casual wear, formal occasions, or other athletic activities not related to oriental martial arts, it would likely be classified under the "Other" subheading. The primary differentiator lies in the specific functional design and purpose of the garment.

As this is a leaf node in the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories. This means that any cotton ensemble for women or girls that meets the description of a judo, karate, or other oriental martial arts uniform will be classified directly under this code. Classification at this level relies on the exporter or importer identifying the garment's intended use and verifying that it conforms to the recognized styles of such martial arts uniforms, in addition to meeting the material and general ensemble criteria established by the parent categories.