HS Code for Printed cotton bed linen

Printed cotton bed linen is classified under HS code 6302.21. This classification is governed by Section XI of the Harmonized System, which covers textiles and textile articles. Heading 6302 specifically addresses bed linen, table linen, toilet linen, and kitchen linen. The subheading 21 is reserved for bed linen made of cotton that has been printed. To qualify for this code, the article must be made of woven cotton fabric; knitted or crocheted items are excluded and fall under 6302.10. The term 'printed' refers to fabrics that have been decorated with designs, patterns, or motifs using techniques like screen printing, rotary printing, or digital inkjet printing after the fabric has been woven. The cotton content must be 50% or more by weight to be considered 'of cotton' in most jurisdictions, though usually, this code implies 100% or high-percentage cotton blends where cotton predominates over any other single textile fiber.

Products Included

• Printed cotton bed sheets
• Printed cotton pillowcases and pillow shams
• Printed cotton duvet covers
• Printed cotton eiderdown covers
• Printed cotton mattress covers (non-knitted)

Common Misclassification

A common misclassification occurs with HS code 6302.10, which is for knitted or crocheted bed linen. Importers often fail to distinguish the construction method. Another error is using 6302.31, which is for 'other' cotton bed linen, typically meaning plain, bleached, or dyed-in-the-piece fabrics that are not printed. Additionally, if the bed linen is made of synthetic fibers but printed, it must be classified under 6302.22. Confusing 6302.21 with 6304 (other furnishing articles) is also common, but 6302 is the more specific heading for items that come into direct contact with the skin during sleep.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Printed cotton bed linen?

The HS code for printed cotton bed linen is 6302.21. This code specifically covers woven cotton articles used for bedding that feature printed designs.

Is embroidered bed linen classified under 6302.21?

If the bed linen is both printed and embroidered, it is generally classified under 6302.21 because the printing provides the primary decorative character, though specific GRI rules regarding 'most specific description' may apply depending on the extent of the embroidery.