Polyester Printed Handkerchief
A square polyester handkerchief featuring floral prints, measuring 45cm x 45cm, designed for personal use as a pocket square or napkin alternative. It falls under HTS 6213.90.20.00 as a handkerchief of other textile materials (not silk, cotton, or man-made staple fiber yarn), not knitted or crocheted, and under 60cm per side.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If any side exceeds 60cm
Larger square scarves or handkerchiefs are classified as scarves in heading 6214 per chapter notes.
If sold in bulk packaging for industrial or non-retail use
Made-up textile articles not specifically handkerchiefs fall under other made-up articles if not fitting 6213 criteria.
If imported as unfinished fabric rather than made-up
Woven cotton fabrics in rectangular pieces are classified by material if not made up as handkerchiefs.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify dimensions do not exceed 60cm per side to avoid reclassification as scarves under 6214
• Provide lab tests confirming polyester composition excluding man-made staple fiber yarn for accurate heading
• Label as 'handkerchief' and include care instructions to meet textile import documentation standards
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