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Worn Kitchen Towels from China

Used cotton kitchen towels with frayed edges, grease stains, and faded patterns from heavy use, imported in bulk. These are worn textile articles of a kind used in the kitchen, meeting the criteria of appreciable wear and bulk packaging under Chapter Note 3.

Duty Rate — China → Canada

18%

Import Tips

• Pack towels in bales or sacks and be ready to show signs of wear (fraying, stains)

• Separate any towels that are nearly new

• Verify the fibre content, as cotton blends may affect duty rates