Product classification
HS code for Cleaning cloths: 6307.10
Cloths, floor cloths, dish-cloths, dusters and similar cleaning cloths.
Classification of cleaning cloths under HS 6307.10
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.
- Covers
- 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
- Also under 6307.10
Scotch-Brite dishcloths, E-Cloth microfiber cloths, Vileda floor cloths, Mr. Siga cleaning cloths
Codes often confused with 6307.10
Common mistake. 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.
Top exporters and importers of HS 630710 (the code used for cleaning cloths), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 630710 (the code used for cleaning cloths) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 50% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 23% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 630710, not only cleaning cloths.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $1.7B 50% of world exports
- 2 Pakistan $476M 14% of world exports
- 3 Germany $190M 5.7% of world exports
World total: $3.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $659M 23% of world imports
- 2 Germany $211M 7.5% of world imports
- 3 France $123M 4.4% of world imports
World total: $2.8B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for cleaning cloths
Brazil classifies cleaning cloths under NCM 6307.10.00: HS 6307.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about cleaning cloths
What is the HS code for Cleaning cloths?
The HS code for Cleaning cloths is 630710 (Cloths; floor cloths, dish-cloths, dusters and similar cleaning cloths). The HS code for made-up cleaning cloths, including floor cloths and dish-cloths, is 6307.10.
How do I classify Cleaning cloths for customs?
Cleaning cloths is classified under HS code 630710 — Cloths; floor cloths, dish-cloths, dusters and similar cleaning cloths. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
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.
Which countries are the top exporters of cleaning cloths (HS 630710)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 630710 (the code used for cleaning cloths) in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.7B, 50% of world exports), Pakistan ($476M) and Germany ($190M). World exports came to about $3.3B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of cleaning cloths (HS 630710)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 630710 (the code used for cleaning cloths) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($659M, 23% of world imports), Germany ($211M) and France ($123M). World imports came to about $2.8B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Is the HS code for Cleaning cloths the same in all countries?
The base HS code 630710 for Cleaning cloths is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for cleaning cloths in Brazil?
In Brazil, cleaning cloths (HS 630710) is classified under NCM 6307.10.00.