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Cotton Handkerchief Border

Decorative made-up cotton border lace applied to handkerchiefs as a clothing accessory component. Under HTS 6217.10.95.10 for other cotton accessories/parts.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China14.6%+20.0%34.6%
🇲🇽Mexico14.6%+10.0%24.6%
🇨🇦Canada14.6%+10.0%24.6%
🇩🇪Germany14.6%—14.6%
🇯🇵Japan14.6%—14.6%

Alternative Classifications

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

6213.20Lower: 19.6% vs 34.6%

If complete square handkerchief under 60 cm

Small square scarves classify as handkerchiefs in 6213.

5804.30.00Higher: 50.7% vs 34.6%

If narrow lace trimmings

Lace in the piece falls under Chapter 58.

6217.90Lower: 27.1% vs 34.6%

If non-cotton material

Different fibers change subheading within 6217.

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

• Document as 'finished accessory part' not raw trim

• Confirm cotton content for 359 eligibility