HS Code for Reusable shopping bags

Reusable shopping bags made of textile materials are classified under HS code 6307.90. This classification is based on the material composition and the construction of the article. Chapter 63 covers 'Other made up textile articles,' and heading 6307 is a residual category for textile items that are not more specifically described elsewhere in the Harmonized System. Reusable shopping bags, often made from non-woven polypropylene, cotton canvas, or polyester, are considered 'made up' textile articles. Unlike specialized luggage or handbags, these bags are typically simple in construction, lacking complex closures, linings, or rigid frames. Under GRI 1, if a product is not specifically named in a heading, it falls to the most appropriate general heading. Since reusable bags are textile articles and do not meet the specific definitions of bags in heading 4202 (which requires a more durable or structured nature), they are classified under 6307.90. This code is used globally to track the import and export of various textile goods that do not fit into apparel or home furnishing categories.

Products Included

• Non-woven polypropylene (NWPP) reusable grocery bags
• Cotton or canvas tote bags used for shopping
• Foldable polyester shopping bags
• Recycled PET textile shopping bags

Common Misclassification

The most frequent misclassification for reusable shopping bags is HS code 4202.92. Heading 4202 covers travel bags, insulated food bags, and similar containers. However, 4202 generally applies to bags with a more permanent or structured nature. If a bag is a simple textile tote without a reinforced bottom or specialized closure, it belongs in 6307.90. Another common error is using 3923.21 or 3923.29, which are for plastic bags (sacks and bags for the conveyance or packing of goods). These codes only apply to bags made of plastic sheeting, not to bags made of textile fibers, even if those fibers are synthetic like polypropylene.

FAQ

What is the HS code for reusable shopping bags?

The standard HS code for reusable shopping bags made of textile materials is 6307.90.

Does the material of the bag change the HS code?

Yes. If the bag is made of plastic sheeting (not textile), it falls under 3923. If it is made of paper, it falls under 4819. HS code 6307.90 is specifically for textile-based bags.