6204.43 - Of synthetic fibers:

This HTS category, 6204.43, specifically classifies women's or girls' dresses that are manufactured from synthetic fibers. This includes a wide array of garments designed for female wearers, ranging from casual day dresses to more formal evening attire, provided their primary material composition is synthetic. The scope of "synthetic fibers" encompasses materials such as polyester, nylon, acrylic, and spandex, among others, as defined by Chapter 62 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule.

Category 6204.43 is distinguished from its siblings by its precise material content. It differs from 6204.41 (wool or fine animal hair), 6204.42 (cotton), and 6204.44 (artificial fibers) by excluding dresses made from these other textile categories. Dresses made from a blend of fibers may fall into other categories based on the predominant fiber by weight, or specific rules for mixed materials may apply. It also differs from 6204.49, which covers dresses made from other textile materials not listed elsewhere.

Within the 6204.43 classification, two subcategories exist to further refine the classification. The first, 6204.43.10.00, pertains to certified hand-loomed and folklore products, which are subject to specific preferential trade provisions and require proper documentation. The second, designated as "Other," encompasses all remaining dresses of synthetic fibers that do not meet the criteria for certified hand-loomed and folklore products, representing the vast majority of goods within this category.