Product classification
HS code for Hemp towels: 6302.99
Toilet and kitchen linen, of textile materials (other than cotton or man-made fibres).
Classification of hemp towels under HS 6302.99
Hemp towels are classified under HS code 6302.99. This code falls within Chapter 63, which covers other made-up textile articles, sets, and worn clothing. Specifically, heading 6302 is dedicated to bed linen, table linen, toilet linen, and kitchen linen. The classification for towels depends on their use (toilet or kitchen linen) and their material. While cotton towels are very common (6302.60 or 6302.91), towels made from hemp fibers are classified under the residual category for "other textile materials" in subheading 6302.99. This classification applies regardless of whether the towel is terry-knit or a flat weave, provided the primary material is hemp. The classification process involves checking Section XI of the HS nomenclature, which governs textiles. Hemp is classified as a vegetable textile fiber not elsewhere specified. Because 6302.99 is the specific catch-all for toilet and kitchen linen made of fibers other than cotton, flax, or man-made fibers, it is the legally correct code for hemp-based bath towels, hand towels, and kitchen cloths.
- Covers
- Hemp bath towels
- Hemp hand towels
- Hemp washcloths
- Hemp kitchen towels
- Hemp-linen blend towels (where hemp predominates)
- Also under 6302.99
- Libeco Home linen towels
- Coyuchi organic linen kitchen towels
- The Citizenry linen dishcloths
- Bambaw bamboo kitchen rolls
- LinenMe kitchen textiles
Codes often confused with 6302.99
Common mistake. Hemp towels are often misclassified under 6302.60, which is specifically for "Toilet linen and kitchen linen, of terry towelling or similar terry fabrics, of cotton." Even if a hemp towel has a terry loop construction, it cannot be classified in 6302.60 because that subheading is restricted to cotton. Another common error is using 6302.91 (Cotton) or 6302.93 (Man-made fibers). Importers must ensure they select 6302.99 to reflect the "other textile material" status of hemp. Additionally, if the towel is made of flax (linen), it would fall under 6302.99 in some jurisdictions or 6302.92 in others, so the specific fiber origin must be verified.
Top exporters and importers of HS 630299 (the code used for hemp towels), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 630299 (the code used for hemp towels) in UN Comtrade data was Russia, with about 59% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Kazakhstan, with 73% 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 630299, not only hemp towels.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Russia* ~$416M 59% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 Pakistan $135M 19% of world exports
- 3 China $45M 6.5% of world exports
World total: $702M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Kazakhstan $417M 73% of world imports
- 2 United States $22M 3.7% of world imports
- 3 Philippines $8.2M 1.4% of world imports
World total: $575M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 codes for hemp towels
Brazil splits HS 6302.99 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 6302.99.10Flax toilet and kitchen linen
- 6302.99.90Toilet and kitchen linen of other textiles
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about hemp towels
What is the HS code for Hemp towels?
The HS code for Hemp towels is 630299 (Toilet and kitchen linen; of textile materials (other than cotton or man-made fibres)). The HS code for hemp towels used for toilet or kitchen purposes is 6302.99.
How do I classify Hemp towels for customs?
Hemp towels is classified under HS code 630299 — Toilet and kitchen linen; of textile materials (other than cotton or man-made fibres). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does the weight of the hemp towel affect the HS code?
No, the HS code 6302.99 does not have a weight threshold. However, the size and intended use (e.g., as a floor cloth vs. a towel) may shift the classification to 6307 if it does not meet the definition of linen.
Which countries are the top exporters of hemp towels (HS 630299)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 630299 (the code used for hemp towels) in UN Comtrade data were Russia (about $416M, 59% of world exports), Pakistan ($135M) and China ($45M). World exports came to about $702M, 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 hemp towels (HS 630299)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 630299 (the code used for hemp towels) in UN Comtrade data were Kazakhstan ($417M, 73% of world imports), the United States ($22M) and the Philippines ($8.2M). World imports came to about $575M, 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 Hemp towels the same in all countries?
The base HS code 630299 for Hemp towels 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 hemp towels in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 630299 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for hemp towels depends on the product's details: 6302.99.10 (Flax toilet and kitchen linen), 6302.99.90 (Toilet and kitchen linen of other textiles).