HS Code for Cleaning cloths

HS code 6307.10 covers made-up textile articles used for cleaning, such as floor cloths, dish-cloths, and dusters. The term "made-up" is a technical definition within Section XI of the Harmonized System, referring to articles that have been finished by sewing, hemming, or other processes beyond simple cutting into rectangles. If a textile material is imported in a continuous roll without finished edges, it is classified as a fabric under Chapters 50 through 55. However, once the material is cut to size and hemmed or otherwise finished for use as a cleaning tool, it moves to heading 6307. This code is material-neutral regarding the type of fiber, meaning it includes cloths made of cotton, synthetic microfibers, or blended yarns, provided their primary function is cleaning or polishing. The classification also includes "similar cleaning cloths," which can encompass specialized polishing cloths for jewelry or glass. The essential character of the item must be that of a finished textile article intended for cleaning. This heading is part of the "Other made-up textile articles" category, which serves as a residual heading for textile items that are not more specifically described elsewhere in the nomenclature, such as clothing or household linens.

Products Included

• Microfiber cleaning cloths
• Cotton floor cloths
• Terry toweling dish-cloths
• Non-woven cleaning wipes (made-up)
• Polishing cloths for glassware
• Dusting cloths with hemmed edges

Common Misclassification

Cleaning cloths are often misclassified under 5407 (woven synthetic fabric) or 5208 (woven cotton fabric) if the importer fails to recognize they are "made-up" articles. Another common error is HS code 5603, which covers non-woven fabrics in rolls or sheets; if the non-woven material is cut and finished into a cloth, it must move to 6307.10.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Cleaning cloths?

The HS code for made-up cleaning cloths, including floor cloths and dish-cloths, is 6307.10.

Do microfiber cloths fall under this HS code?

Yes, as long as they are finished (hemmed or cut to shape) for cleaning use, microfiber cloths are classified under 6307.10.