Pile Cotton Kitchen Towel Set from Japan
Absorbent kitchen towels constructed from cotton terry pile fabric, ideal for drying dishes and wiping surfaces. Classified under HTS 6302.91.0025 as kitchen linen of cotton with pile construction, emphasizing the looped pile for superior absorbency. Excludes worn items or those from chapters 56-62 per chapter notes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide washing instructions and care labels compliant with FTC textile rules for pile fabrics
• Document pile height and construction method to distinguish from smooth cotton towels in 6302.62
• Watch for bulk packaging that might trigger scrutiny under heading 6309 for worn linen