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Cotton Baby Mittens

Soft cotton mittens designed for infants under 86 cm tall to prevent scratching. These knitted accessories fall under HTS 6111.20.60.70 as babies' clothing accessories of cotton, other than specific certified hand or machine knitted items. They are made up and exclude orthopedic or worn articles per chapter notes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8.1%+20.0%28.1%
🇲🇽Mexico8.1%+10.0%18.1%
🇨🇦Canada8.1%+10.0%18.1%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

6111.90.50Higher: 34.9% vs 28.1%

If made primarily of synthetic fibers like polyester

Material composition changes classification from cotton (6111.20) to other textile materials (6111.90).

6209.20.50Higher: 29.3% vs 28.1%

If woven rather than knitted or crocheted

Chapter 62 covers woven baby garments, excluding knitted items which stay in Chapter 61.

6117.10.40.00Lower: 21.5% vs 28.1%

If sold as part of a shawl, scarf, or muffler set

Heading 6117 applies to knitted shawls and scarves, potentially reclassifying if not strictly mittens.

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

• Verify baby sizing under 86cm height and label fiber content accurately to meet HTS 6111 criteria and avoid reclassification

• Provide invoices specifying 'knitted cotton baby accessory' to distinguish from Chapter 62 woven items