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Cotton Terry Kitchen Towel Fabric

Woven cotton terry fabric with loops on one or both sides for kitchen towels, in roll form. Classified HTS 5802.30.00.30 for cotton tufted/terry fabrics beyond narrow widths. Excludes cut pile or coated variants per chapter notes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.2%+37.5%43.7%
🇲🇽Mexico6.2%+10.0%16.2%
🇨🇦Canada6.2%+10.0%16.2%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

5209.59.00Higher: 45.9% vs 43.7%

If plain woven duck or canvas of cotton

Without terry loops, it becomes standard woven cotton in Chapter 52.

5808.90.00Lower: 41.4% vs 43.7%

If with woven fringes on edges

Chapter note specifies fringed narrow fabrics in 5808, potentially applicable if edged.

6307.90.85Lower: 25.8% vs 43.7%

If imported as finished dishcloths

Made-up or finished household articles shift to Chapter 63 from fabric classifications.

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 weave diagrams showing terry loop construction to affirm Chapter 58 status

• Ensure no metal threads, as those may qualify under additional Chapter 58 inclusions