Cotton Terry Tea Towel
An absorbent cotton terry fabric towel for drying teapots, dishes, and hands in kitchens, lighter in weight than dish cloths. It is classified under tariff item 6302.60.00 as kitchen linen of terry towelling fabric, given its use in kitchen tasks.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 17% | — | 17% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 17% | — | 17% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 17% | — | 17% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 17% | — | 17% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 17% | — | 17% |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the tea towel is made of plain-woven cotton, not terry fabric
Kitchen linen of cotton other than terry towelling falls under this alternative.
If the towel is marketed as a disposable or single-use wipe
Cleaning cloths of textile materials, not made up as linen, are classified under this heading.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the towel is made of cotton terry fabric and is a made-up article
• If the towel has decorative strips or is printed, it is still classified here
• Keep commercial documents showing fibre content for CBSA
Related Products under Tariff item 6302.60.00
Bar Mop Dish Towel
Heavy-duty cotton terry towel with stitched edges, ideal for bars and kitchens to dry glassware and dishes. It qualifies as a dish towel made of cotton terry fabrics in the toilet and kitchen linen category under tariff item 6302.60.00.
Cotton Terry Apron Towels
Terry cotton towels with waist attachments for kitchen workers, designed to be worn as aprons. They are classified under tariff item 6302.60.00 as kitchen linen of terry towelling fabric, given their primary function as linen for kitchen use, despite the apron-like design.
Cotton Terry Bar Mops
Heavy-duty cotton terry bar mops designed for wiping bar counters and glassware in commercial kitchens. These absorbent towels are made from terry towelling fabric of cotton, qualifying as kitchen linen under tariff item 6302.60.00.
Cotton Terry Bar Mop Towel
Heavy-duty cotton terry towel used in bars for wiping counters and glassware, often with hanger loop. It qualifies under tariff item 6302.60.00 as kitchen linen of terry cotton.
Cotton Terry Bath Hand Towels
Medium-sized hand towels of cotton terry fabric for bathroom use, providing quick-drying absorbency. These are toilet linen made from terry towelling or similar cotton fabrics with uncut loops, classified under tariff item 6302.60.00.
Cotton Terry Bath Washcloths
Compact cotton terry washcloths for bathing and personal hygiene, serving as toilet linen. These items are made from terry towelling fabric of cotton and fall under tariff item 6302.60.00.