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Irish Linen Hand Towel from Japan

A premium hand towel woven from 100% flax linen, used in bathrooms for guest drying. Classified in HTS 6302.99.1510 as toilet linen made of flax, emphasizing its non-cotton, natural fiber composition. Known for softness after washing and elegant texture.

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

• Label products clearly as 'flax/linen' with percentage; mislabeling as cotton can lead to 6302.92 reclassification and penalties

• Obtain Certificate of Origin for flax-producing countries like France or Belgium to qualify for preferential tariffs

• Ensure towels are finished goods, not unfinished fabric, to avoid Chapter 59 classification