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Microfiber Kitchen Dish Cloths Pack of 12 from Japan

Absorbent microfiber cloths specifically for kitchen use in drying dishes and wiping surfaces, sold in packs of 12. Classified under HTS 6302.99.20.00 as kitchen linen made from other textile materials like microfiber polyester, distinct from cotton towel variants. These are not embroidered or specialized impregnated fabrics.

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 packages clearly as 'household kitchen linen' to distinguish from industrial cleaning textiles

• Provide composition certificates showing synthetic microfiber content to support 'other textile materials' classification

• Watch for bulk packaging that might trigger worn article scrutiny under heading 6309