Synthetic Dish Duster
A non-absorbent synthetic mesh cloth used for scrubbing dishes and pots without scratching surfaces. It is classified under tariff item 6307.10.90 as an 'other' cleaning cloth, since it is not a floor-cloth or dish-cloth in the traditional sense.
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 cloth is marketed and used primarily as a dish-cloth
Dish-cloths are specifically listed in the subheading, and if the product fits that description, it may be classified there.
If the product is made of plastic and has a rigid scrubbing surface
Articles of plastics, such as scrubbing pads with plastic components, fall under Chapter 39 per section note 1(h).
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the product is not classified as a dish-cloth of heading 6307.10.20; if it is a scrubbing tool with plastic components, consider Chapter 39
• Provide a sample or detailed spec sheet to CBSA if classification is questioned
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