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Printed Cotton Twill for Handkerchiefs

Fine 120 g/m² printed twill fabric of 100% cotton in 3-thread weave. HTS 5208.59.10.00 covers this lightweight, printed, high-cotton twill for pocket squares and handkerchiefs.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8.8%+37.5%46.3%
🇲🇽Mexico8.8%+10.0%18.8%
🇨🇦Canada8.8%+10.0%18.8%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5208.12Lower: 23% vs 46.3%

If unbleached

Bleach/processing state determines early subheadings.

6307.90.98Lower: 27% vs 46.3%

If imported as finished handkerchiefs

Made-up articles shift to Chapter 63.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide square meter weight (Z') documentation using US note formulas

• Ensure no excessive sizing affects weight measurement