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Cotton Kitchen Hot Pads from Japan

Quilted cotton hot pads for handling hot pots and pans in kitchens, with hanging loops. Classified under HTS 6302.91.00.60 as other kitchen linen of cotton. Insulated for heat protection.

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

• Prove kitchen function via marketing; oven mitts may go to 6216

• Test heat resistance but declare as linen, not safety gear

• No metal inserts, or classify to Chapter 73