HS Code for Kitchen towels

Kitchen towels made of cotton terry fabrics are classified under HS code 6302.60. This code falls under Chapter 63, which covers other made-up textile articles, sets, and worn clothing. The classification is determined by both the function of the item (kitchen linen) and the material composition (cotton terry towelling). Terry fabrics are characterized by uncut loops of yarn on the surface, which provide high absorbency, making them ideal for drying dishes or hands in a kitchen environment. Under the Harmonized System, the distinction between different types of linen is often based on the textile material and the specific weave. For a product to be classified here, it must be a finished "made-up" article, meaning it is hemmed, fringed, or otherwise finished for immediate use as a towel, rather than being sold as bulk fabric on a roll. This code specifically groups kitchen linen with toilet linen (like bath towels) when they are made of cotton terry material.

Products Included

• Terry cotton dish towels
• Absorbent kitchen hand towels
• Terry cloth glass cloths
• Cotton terry bar towels
• Sets of kitchen towels made of terry fabric

Common Misclassification

The most common misclassification is using 6302.91, which covers other kitchen linen of cotton that is not terry-woven (such as flat-weave tea towels). Another error is using 4818.20 for paper kitchen towels, which belong in the paper chapter. Additionally, if the towels are made of synthetic fibers rather than cotton, they should be classified under 6302.93. It is vital to verify the weave and the fiber content before selecting the code.

FAQ

What is the HS code for kitchen towels?

Kitchen towels made of cotton terry towelling are classified under HS code 6302.60.

What code is used for non-terry cotton tea towels?

Tea towels or dish towels made of plain-woven cotton (not terry) are classified under HS code 6302.91.