Cotton Waffle Weave Dish Towel
A cotton waffle weave dish towel with a pile-like textured surface optimized for dish drying. Despite its unique weave, it is classified under tariff item 6302.91.00 as other kitchen linen of cotton, given its made-up state and cotton composition.
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% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the waffle weave is considered a terry or pile fabric
Toilet and kitchen linen of terry towelling or similar woven terry fabrics of cotton falls under this subheading.
If the towel is not specifically for kitchen use but general-purpose
Other made-up textile articles of cotton may be classified under this residual 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
• Confirm the towel is made-up (e.g
• hemmed) and composed of cotton
• The waffle weave does not affect classification as long as it is not a pile fabric; if it is pile, consider subheading 6302.60.00
• Declare the exact fibre composition and value to CBSA
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