Cotton Terry Dishcloth from Japan
A highly absorbent cotton terry cloth dishcloth designed for kitchen use in wiping dishes and countertops. It falls under HTS 6307.10.2028 as a dishcloth made from woven textile materials, specifically classified under 'other' dishcloths not featuring terry fabrics or embroidery. This subheading covers made-up cleaning cloths for household use.
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
• Verify fiber content exceeds 85% cotton via lab testing to avoid reclassification under man-made fiber subheadings
• Include detailed invoices specifying 'dishcloths' and dimensions to distinguish from general cleaning cloths
• Avoid packaging in consumer-ready retail units if intending bulk import to prevent duty shifts