Pure Cotton Handkerchief from China

A classic square handkerchief made entirely from 100% cotton fabric, designed for personal use as a pocket square or nose wipe. It falls under HTS 6213.20.20.00 as a cotton handkerchief not specifically embroidered or printed, measuring approximately 50 cm per side. This classification applies to made-up textile articles excluding knitted items.

Duty Rate — China → United States

24.6%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)

Import Tips

Verify dimensions do not exceed 60 cm per side to avoid reclassification as scarves under heading 6214

Provide accurate fiber content documentation (100% cotton) and country of origin certificates to meet textile import rules

Avoid common pitfalls like insufficient labeling; ensure 'handkerchief' is clearly marked to prevent classification as apparel accessories