Cotton Kitchen Scrub Cloth from Japan
Heavy-duty cotton cloth with scrubby texture for pots, pans, and countertops. Under HTS 6307.10.20.30 as a dishcloth-like cleaning article, excluding apparel and worn textiles 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
• Lab test for cotton content to confirm not synthetic-dominant, avoiding 6307.90
• Avoid descriptions like 'rag' which imply wear for 6309; specify 'new made-up cleaning cloth'
• Include end-use declaration to prevent mix-up with industrial wipes