Cotton Bar Towel from Germany
A durable, lint-free cotton towel used in bars and restaurants for wiping counters and glassware, often with a terry or waffle weave. Classified under HTS 6307.90.98.82 as other cotton towels, distinct from bath or beach towels in 6302.60 due to commercial cleaning end-use.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Label as 'commercial bar towels' on commercial invoice to justify other towel status and avoid bath towel scrutiny
• Provide fiber content certificates; blends under 85% cotton may require reclassification to 6307.90.9889
• Ensure not marketed as apparel accessories to prevent overlap with chapter 62 exclusions