Product classification
HS code for Cotton table linen: 6302.51
Table linen, of cotton, not knitted or crocheted.
Classification of cotton table linen under HS 6302.51
Cotton table linen is classified under HS code 6302.51, which falls within Chapter 63 of the Harmonized System. This chapter covers "Other made-up textile articles; sets; worn clothing and worn textile articles; rags." Heading 6302 specifically addresses bed linen, table linen, toilet linen, and kitchen linen. The subheading 6302.51 is reserved for table linen made of cotton that is not knitted or crocheted. To be classified here, the article must be "made up," meaning it has been cut to shape, hemmed, or otherwise finished for use as a table covering. This includes tablecloths, table runners, and napkins. The material composition must be predominantly cotton. If the table linen were knitted or crocheted, it would be classified under 6302.10. The classification process requires verifying that the item is intended for use on a table and is not a general-purpose household cloth or a decorative item that does not serve a functional linen purpose. Proper documentation of the fiber content and the manufacturing process (woven vs. knitted) is essential for correct tariff application.
- Covers
- Woven cotton tablecloths
- Cotton napkins and serviettes
- Cotton table runners
- Cotton place mats (textile)
- Cotton tea tray cloths
- Also under 6302.51
- Williams Sonoma cotton napkins
- Crate & Barrel cotton tablecloths
- Frette cotton damask table linen
- Pottery Barn cotton placemats
- Sur La Table cotton table runners
Codes often confused with 6302.51
Common mistake. A frequent error is classifying cotton table linen under 6302.91, which is actually for toilet and kitchen linen (like towels). Another misclassification occurs with 6304.92, which covers other furnishing articles; however, 6302 is more specific for table linen. Additionally, if the linen is knitted, it must be moved to 6302.10, a distinction often missed during bulk entries.
Top exporters and importers of HS 630251 (the code used for cotton table linen), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 630251 (the code used for cotton table linen) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 19% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 30% 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 630251, not only cotton table linen.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $77M 19% of world exports
- 2 India $70M 17% of world exports
- 3 Pakistan $41M 10% of world exports
World total: $411M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $166M 30% of world imports
- 2 Germany $47M 8.7% of world imports
- 3 France $40M 7.3% of world imports
World total: $548M 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 cotton table linen
Brazil classifies cotton table linen under NCM 6302.51.00: HS 6302.51 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about cotton table linen
What is the HS code for Cotton table linen?
The HS code for Cotton table linen is 630251 (Table linen; of cotton, not knitted or crocheted). The HS code for woven cotton table linen is 6302.51.
How do I classify Cotton table linen for customs?
Cotton table linen is classified under HS code 630251 — Table linen; of cotton, not knitted or crocheted. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are cotton napkins classified differently than tablecloths?
No, both woven cotton napkins and tablecloths fall under the same subheading 6302.51 as they are both considered table linen.
Which countries are the top exporters of cotton table linen (HS 630251)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 630251 (the code used for cotton table linen) in UN Comtrade data were China ($77M, 19% of world exports), India ($70M) and Pakistan ($41M). World exports came to about $411M, 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 cotton table linen (HS 630251)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 630251 (the code used for cotton table linen) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($166M, 30% of world imports), Germany ($47M) and France ($40M). World imports came to about $548M, 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 Cotton table linen the same in all countries?
The base HS code 630251 for Cotton table linen 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 cotton table linen in Brazil?
In Brazil, cotton table linen (HS 630251) is classified under NCM 6302.51.00.