Heading 6213

Handkerchiefs

6 declarable lines

Heading 6213 covers handkerchiefs. The heading is split first by fiber: cotton, silk or silk waste, and all other textile materials such as man-made fibers. Cotton handkerchiefs split again on whether they are hemmed and free of lace or embroidery, and silk handkerchiefs split on silk weight.

Products in this heading

Cotton handkerchiefs, hemmed, plain, no lace or embroidery
Cotton handkerchiefs with lace or embroidery trim
Silk handkerchiefs, 70% or more silk by weight
Silk blend handkerchiefs below the 70% silk level
Man-made fiber handkerchiefs, printed or plain
Linen handkerchiefs
Cotton pocket squares sold as handkerchiefs
Bulk packs of cotton handkerchiefs for retail

How to choose the right subheading

Fiber content: cotton, silk or silk waste, man-made fibers, or another textile material
For cotton, whether the article is hemmed and contains no lace or embroidery
For silk, whether the silk or silk waste content is 70% or more by weight
For man-made fibers, the article goes to the man-made fiber line regardless of hemming or trim
The item must be a handkerchief, not a scarf, tie or other accessory

Often confused with

Scarves, shawls and mufflers
Neckwear of that kind is classified in the scarf heading, not as handkerchiefs.
Heading 6214
Neckties, bow ties and cravats
Ties are a separate made up clothing accessory.
Heading 6215
Babies' handkerchiefs and small textile accessories for infants
Articles for babies are classified in the babies' garments heading.
Heading 6209
Kitchen towels and tea towels
Household linen of that type falls outside chapter 62.
Heading 6302

Frequently asked questions

What is the HTS code for cotton handkerchiefs?

Hemmed cotton handkerchiefs with no lace or embroidery are 6213.20.10.00, general (MFN) 13.2%. Other cotton handkerchiefs are 6213.20.20.00, general (MFN) 7.1%.

What is the duty on silk handkerchiefs?

Handkerchiefs containing 70% or more by weight of silk or silk waste are 6213.90.05.00, general (MFN) 1.1%. Silk handkerchiefs below that level are 6213.90.07.00, general (MFN) 3.8%.

How do I classify man-made fiber handkerchiefs?

Man-made fiber handkerchiefs go to 6213.90.10.00, general (MFN) 10.8%. Handkerchiefs of textile materials not covered by the cotton, silk or man-made fiber lines go to 6213.90.20.00, general (MFN) 5.3%.

Guide written from the official schedule text. Rates quoted are general (MFN) rates; check the line page for trade agreement rates and the classification of your exact product.