Cotton Terry Bath Towel from China
A large rectangular cotton towel featuring pile or tufted construction, designed for drying the body after bathing. It falls under HTS 6307.90.89.40 as a made-up cotton towel of pile construction, distinct from bed or table linen in Chapter 63. The absorbent terry loops provide its characteristic texture.
Duty Rate — China → United States
19.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify pile or tufted construction via lab testing to confirm classification under 6307.90.89.40, avoiding misclassification as flat-woven goods
• Include detailed fiber content labels (e.g
• 100% cotton) and country of origin documentation to meet U.S
• Customs requirements
• Watch for quota restrictions (item 363); check current visa and license needs before shipping large volumes