Women's synthetic dresses from India
India exported $518 million of women's synthetic dresses (HS 6204.43) in FY2025-26, down 10% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 17.1% to 26% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 27.1% to 36% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 17.1%China 27.1%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $518MDown 10.2% on last year
- HS code
- 6204.43Page updated 6 Nov 2026
US import duty, India vs China
India pays 10.0 points less on the lowest-duty line. From the USITC HTS 2026 Rev 22.
All 4 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6204.43.10.00 | Of synthetic fibers: Certified hand-loomed and folklore products (636) | 11.3% | 21.3% | 31.3% |
| 6204.43.20.00 | Other: Containing 30 percent or more by weight of silk or silk waste (636) | 7.1% | 17.1% | 27.1% |
| 6204.43.30 | Other: Containing 36 percent or more by weight of wool or fine animal hair | 14.9% | 24.9% | 34.9% |
| 6204.43.40 | Other: Other | 16% | 26% | 36% |
Totals include the Section 301 duty on goods from India or China and any Section 232 metals duty. They exclude anti-dumping and countervailing duties and customs fees. Check the current rate before you quote.
India's exports of women's synthetic dresses
India's exports to all countries under HS 6204.43, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 6204.43 is 12%, from 2021 data. It doesn't include India's GSP preference, so goods from India may pay less. Check the current rate in TARIC before you quote.
- RoSCTL
- Apparel and made-ups from India get the RoSCTL rebate of state and central taxes, which a supplier may factor into its price.
- India's export policy
- Free to export, with no licence needed.
Common questions
What is the US import duty on women's synthetic dresses from India?
17.1% to 26% on the 4 US tariff lines under HS 6204.43, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 27.1% to 36%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for women's synthetic dresses?
6204.43, under heading 6204 (Women's or girls' suits, ensembles, suit-type jackets, blazers, dresses, skirts, divided skirts, trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts (other than swimwear)). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export women's synthetic dresses?
Yes. India exported $518 million under HS 6204.43 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.