HS Code for Laundry bags

Laundry bags made of textile materials are classified under HS code 6307.90. This code serves as a residual or "basket" category for made-up textile articles that are not more specifically described elsewhere in Chapter 63 or other chapters of the Harmonized System. Since laundry bags are finished textile products but do not fit the definitions of apparel (Chapters 61 and 62) or specific household linens like bedsheets (Heading 6302), they fall under Heading 6307. The classification is driven by the material composition (textile) and the fact that the item is "made up," meaning it has been sewn, hemmed, or otherwise finished into a final usable form. This includes bags used for sorting, transporting, or protecting garments during the washing process. The essential character of the item is a textile container, but because it lacks the reinforced structure or specific characteristics of travel luggage, it remains in the textile chapter rather than the luggage chapter.

Products Included

• Mesh wash bags for delicates
• Drawstring cotton laundry bags
• Nylon hamper liners
• Textile bags for industrial laundry transport
• Fabric laundry sorters without rigid frames

Common Misclassification

Laundry bags are often misclassified under HS code 4202.92, which covers travel bags and similar containers. However, 4202 is generally reserved for items with a more durable construction intended for travel or prolonged transport. If the bag is made of plastic sheeting rather than textile fabric, it must be classified under HS code 3923.21 or 3923.29. Confusion also arises with HS code 6305, which covers sacks and bags used for the packing of goods, but those are typically for bulk transport of commodities.

FAQ

What is the HS code for laundry bags?

The HS code for textile laundry bags is 6307.90.

Does this code include plastic laundry bags?

No, plastic laundry bags are classified under Chapter 39, specifically heading 3923, depending on the type of polymer used.