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SITCSection 6
U.S. imports of paper tissues, towels, tablecloths, bed sheets & paper garments (SITC 64294) totaled $129.7M in July 2026, traded with 57 countries.
Importers of Paper Tissues, Towels, Tablecloths, Bed Sheets & Paper Garments paid $9.8M in duties in July 2026 — an effective duty rate of 14% on $69.1M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: July 2026 dataConverted paper household linens and disposable garments — including handkerchiefs, paper towels, tablecloths, and clothing accessories — occupy a broad consumer and foodservice niche where basis weight, ply count, and embossing specifications drive purchasing decisions. Classification hinges on whether the article functions as a linen substitute or a garment, since those two end-uses can attract different duty treatment. Importers should confirm that cellulose wadding content and finishing processes are accurately documented, as misclassification between this heading and tissue-stock or nonwoven fabric headings is a common audit trigger.
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12.4K shipments/mo
Basic heading 41 of 766 in section 6
Basic heading 64294 · $129.7M of $26.7B
The key distinction is end-use and construction: articles designed to be worn (paper gowns, aprons, caps) are classified as garments or clothing accessories, while flat articles used as table or bed coverings fall under paper linen. Importers should document the article's intended function and construction method to support the correct classification and avoid reclassification at entry.
Certain converted paper products from specific origins have been subject to antidumping or countervailing duty investigations. Importers should check the current scope of any active orders with CBP or a licensed customs broker before shipment, as scope rulings can be narrow and product-specific.
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Imports · July 2026
origin
Canada and China together supply 58% of it.
customs district
Census does not publish district detail for this classification system.
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entry
Census does not publish port detail for this classification system.
ImportsExports
Imports
$129.7MYoY · Pro
Exports
$51.3MYoY · Pro
12-mo low · imports
YoY · ProThrough July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.