Cotton Waffle Weave Dish Towel from Japan
Pile-like waffle texture cotton towel optimized for dish drying speed. Falls under HTS 6302.91.00.05 as tufted/pile cotton kitchen linen despite unique weave. Textured surface traps moisture effectively.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Waffle classified as pile if loops formed; get technical weave analysis
• Colorfastness testing prevents fading complaints post-import
• Bundle sizes affect valuation; declare set components individually