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Cotton Towel

A cotton towel is a textile made from cotton fibers, primarily used for drying or wiping. Its absorbency, softness, and relatively low cost make it a ubiquitous household item.

Material:

• Cotton: The primary component, valued for its absorbency, breathability, and softness. Different cotton varieties impact quality:
  • Egyptian Cotton: Long-staple fibers, known for exceptional softness, durability, and absorbency. More expensive.
  • Turkish Cotton: Also long-staple, known for its fluffiness and quick-drying properties.
  • Pima Cotton: Another long-staple variety, similar to Egyptian cotton, offering softness and strength.
  • Regular Cotton: Shorter staple fibers, more affordable but generally less soft and durable.
• Blends: Cotton is often blended with other fibers like polyester or bamboo to enhance specific properties (e.g., faster drying, increased softness, reduced shrinkage).

Purpose & Function:

• Absorption: The primary function is to absorb water or other liquids from surfaces (body, hands, dishes, etc.). The looped pile structure increases surface area for absorption.
• Cleaning: Used for wiping and cleaning.
• Comfort: Softness provides comfort when drying the body.

Usage Scenarios:

• Bathroom: Drying after bathing or showering.
• Kitchen: Drying dishes, wiping surfaces, cleaning spills.
• Gym/Sports: Drying sweat after exercise.
• Beach/Pool: Drying the body after swimming.
• General Cleaning: Various household cleaning tasks.

Common Types:

• Bath Towels: Largest size, typically 27 x 52 inches (69 x 132 cm).
• Bath Sheets: Larger than bath towels, offering more coverage and absorbency.
• Hand Towels: Smaller, typically 16 x 30 inches (41 x 76 cm), for drying hands.
• Washcloths: Smallest, typically 12 x 12 inches (30 x 30 cm), for washing the face and body.
• Beach Towels: Larger and often more decorative, designed for use at the beach or pool.
• Microfiber Towels: While not pure cotton, these are often used similarly and are known for their superior drying ability and quick-drying properties.
• Turkish Towels (Peshtemal): Thin, flat-woven cotton towels that dry quickly and are lightweight.
• Hooded Towels: Primarily for babies and young children.

Care:

• Machine washable, typically with warm water.
• Avoid excessive use of fabric softener, which can reduce absorbency.
• Tumble dry on medium heat.
• Regular washing helps maintain softness and hygiene.

Cotton towels fall under several classifications depending on their construction and intended use. Here's a breakdown of relevant HS codes based on the provided information:

• 6302600020: This code covers bed linen, table linen, toilet linen and kitchen linen, specifically toilet linen and kitchen linen made of terry toweling or similar terry fabrics, of cotton. This includes towels categorized as 'Other' within this grouping. The total tax rate is 46.6%, comprised of a 9.1% base tariff and a 7.5% additional tariff, increasing to 30% additional tariff after April 2, 2025.
• 6302910015: This HS code is for bed linen, table linen, toilet linen and kitchen linen, categorized as 'Other', specifically of cotton and of pile or tufted construction. This also includes towels classified as 'Other'. The total tax rate is 39.2%, consisting of a 9.2% base tariff and a 30% additional tariff after April 2, 2025.
• 6307908940: This code applies to other made up articles, including dress patterns, categorized as 'Other', specifically surgical towels, cotton towels of pile or tufted construction, pillow shells of cotton, and shells for quilts, eiderdowns, comforters and similar articles of cotton. The total tax rate is 37.0%, consisting of a 7.0% base tariff and a 30% additional tariff after April 2, 2025.

Important Note: The additional tariff rate will change to 30% for all listed HS codes after April 2, 2025. It is crucial to consider this change when importing cotton towels after this date.