Cotton Surgical Towel
Sterile cotton towels designed for use in surgical procedures to absorb fluids and maintain a clean field. Classified under HTS 6307.90.89 as surgical towels made of cotton with pile or tufted construction for medical absorbency.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not designated for surgical use
Non-surgical cotton pile/tufted towels fall under heading 6302 for toilet/bath linen.
If made from non-cotton man-made fibers
Similar medical towels from synthetic fabrics are classified in Chapter 62 as other made-up textile articles.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify cotton content exceeds 85% for accurate classification; provide lab test reports
• Include sterilization certificates and medical device registration if applicable
• Avoid misclassification as general towels (6302.60) by specifying surgical end-use
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Tufted Cotton Dish Towel
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