HS Code for Cotton Towels
The HS Code for cotton towels is 630260. The MFN duty rate for importing to the US is 9.1%.
| HS Code (6-digit) | 630260 |
|---|---|
| US HTS (10-digit) | 6302600000 |
| EU CN Code (8-digit) | 63026000 |
| US Duty Rate (MFN) | 9.1% |
| EU Duty Rate (MFN) | 12% |
| Chapter | 63 |
| Heading | 6302 |
| Last Updated | 2026-05 |
Description
Toilet linen and kitchen linen, of terry towelling or similar terry fabrics, of cotton
HS Code 630260 covers cotton terry towelling for toilet and kitchen linen with a US MFN duty rate of 9.1%.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does importing cotton towels under HTS 630260.00 into the United States require a visa from the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)?
Yes, shipments of cotton towels classified under this HTS code require a visa from the U.S. CBP, specifically a Form CV 22-29 (Textile Visa), from the country of origin. This is a key requirement under the U.S. textile import program for cotton products from most countries and must be presented with the entry documentation. Failure to provide a valid visa will result in the shipment being denied entry.
How does the terry fabric construction specifically affect the HTS classification of cotton towels?
The terry towelling or similar looped-pile construction is essential for classification under 630260. If the towels were made from non-terry woven cotton fabric (e.g., plain weave), they would typically be classified elsewhere, such as under 6302.91 or 6302.31. This specific material construction defines this subheading.
Similar or Confused HTS Codes
Cotton towels under 6302.60 are primarily for toilet or kitchen use. They are often confused with terry dishcloths (6302.10) or terry floorcloths (6302.20), which are classified separately. Items made of non-cotton terry, such as polyester bath sheets, must be classified under 6302.93 or other 6302.9x subheadings for synthetic fibers. Additionally, woven terry fabric sold by the meter (not made up) falls under heading 5802, not 6302.