Product classification
HS code for Terry towels: 6302.60
Kitchen and toilet linen, of terry towelling or similar terry fabrics, of cotton.
Classification of terry towels under HS 6302.60
Terry towels are classified under HS code 6302.60 because they are finished textile articles categorized as toilet and kitchen linen made specifically from cotton terry towelling or similar terry fabrics. This classification falls under Chapter 63, which covers other made-up textile articles, sets, and worn clothing. According to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) and the Chapter Notes, the primary determining factor for this code is the combination of the product's function (linen for toilet or kitchen use), the material (cotton), and the specific construction of the fabric (terry). Terry fabrics are characterized by uncut loops on the surface, which provide the high absorbency required for towels. To qualify for 6302.60, the item must be a completed article, hemmed or otherwise finished, rather than a continuous roll of fabric. The Harmonized System distinguishes these items based on their readiness for use in domestic, hotel, or commercial environments, ensuring that finished consumer goods are separated from raw textile materials.
- Covers
- Cotton terry bath towels
- Terry towelling hand towels
- Cotton terry face cloths and washcloths
- Terry kitchen towels used for drying dishes
- Cotton terry bath mats that are constructed and used similarly to towels
- Embellished or embroidered cotton terry towels
- Also under 6302.60
- Frette bath towels
- Christy Supreme Hygro towels
- Utopia Towels
- Wamsutta bath towels
- Crate & Barrel kitchen towels
Codes often confused with 6302.60
Common mistake. A frequent error is classifying these items under HS code 5802.11 or 5802.19. These codes refer to 'terry towelling and similar woven terry fabrics' in the piece, in rolls, or in long strips, which have not yet been made into finished towels. Another common mistake is using HS code 6302.91, which is a residual category for other toilet and kitchen linen of cotton that does not feature the terry weave, such as flat-woven huckaback or waffle-weave towels. Additionally, microfiber towels are often incorrectly placed here; however, if they are made of synthetic fibers like polyester, they must be classified under HS code 6302.93.
Top exporters and importers of HS 630260 (the code used for terry towels), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 630260 (the code used for terry towels) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 27% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 34% 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 630260, not only terry towels.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $1.7B 27% of world exports
- 2 India $1.2B 19% of world exports
- 3 Pakistan $1.1B 17% of world exports
World total: $6.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $2.0B 34% of world imports
- 2 Japan $522M 8.7% of world imports
- 3 Germany $385M 6.4% of world imports
World total: $6.0B 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 code for terry towels
Brazil classifies terry towels under NCM 6302.60.00: HS 6302.60 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about terry towels
What is the HS code for Terry towels?
The HS code for Terry towels is 630260 (Kitchen and toilet linen; of terry towelling or similar terry fabrics, of cotton). The specific HS code for cotton terry towels used for toilet or kitchen purposes is 6302.60.
How do I classify Terry towels for customs?
Terry towels is classified under HS code 630260 — Kitchen and toilet linen; of terry towelling or similar terry fabrics, of cotton. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are microfiber towels classified under this code?
No, HS code 6302.60 is strictly for cotton articles. Microfiber towels, which are typically made of synthetic man-made fibers, are classified under HS code 6302.93.
Which countries are the top exporters of terry towels (HS 630260)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 630260 (the code used for terry towels) in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.7B, 27% of world exports), India ($1.2B) and Pakistan ($1.1B). World exports came to about $6.2B, 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 terry towels (HS 630260)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 630260 (the code used for terry towels) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($2.0B, 34% of world imports), Japan ($522M) and Germany ($385M). World imports came to about $6.0B, 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 Terry towels the same in all countries?
The base HS code 630260 for Terry 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 terry towels in Brazil?
In Brazil, terry towels (HS 630260) is classified under NCM 6302.60.00.