Women's synthetic knit dresses from India
India exported $70.2 million of women's synthetic knit dresses (HS 6104.43) in FY2025-26, down 1.9% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 24.9% to 26% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 34.9% to 36% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 24.9%China 34.9%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $70MDown 1.9% on last year
- HS code
- 6104.43Page 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 2 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6104.43.10 | Of synthetic fibers: Containing 23 percent or more by weight of wool or fine animal hair | 14.9% | 24.9% | 34.9% |
| 6104.43.20 | Of synthetic fibers: 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 knit dresses
India's exports to all countries under HS 6104.43, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 6104.43 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 knit dresses from India?
24.9% to 26% on the 2 US tariff lines under HS 6104.43, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 34.9% to 36%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for women's synthetic knit dresses?
6104.43, under heading 6104 (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), knitted or crocheted). 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 knit dresses?
Yes. India exported $70.2 million under HS 6104.43 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.