What is HS-4 6310 used for?
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HS-4 · Heading
6310 — Rags; used or new, scrap twine, cordage, rope and cables and worn out articles of twine, cordage, rope or cables, of textile materials
Chapter 63: Other made-up textile articles
Plain-language overview
Use HS-4 6310 when importing or exporting rags, scrap twine, cordage, rope, and cables made from textile materials. For example, if you have a shipment of sorted cotton rags intended for industrial cleaning, this code applies directly.
When deciding between the HS-6 lines, consider the sorting of your materials. HS-6 631010 is for sorted items, which means they have been classified and organized by type or quality. If your shipment consists of mixed rags without any sorting, you would use HS-6 631090 instead.
Both subheadings under HS-4 6310 deal with used or new textile materials, but the distinction lies in the condition and organization of the items. If your cargo includes various types of worn-out cords and ropes that haven't been sorted, opt for HS-6 631090.
Keywords & topics
Useful terms traders and brokers use for this HS-4 heading.
HS-4 6310 · textile rags · scrap twine · cordage · rope · cables · sorted rags · unsorted textile materials · importing rags · exporting textile scraps · customs codes for textiles · used textile articles · worn out cordage · textile recycling · HS-6 classification · textile waste
Examples
Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.
- Sorted cotton rags for cleaning purposes
- Mixed textile scraps including old ropes and cords
- Used synthetic twine collected for recycling
- Worn-out cables from textile manufacturing processes
- New textile materials repurposed as rags
- Unsorted textile waste for industrial use
Common questions
Frequent classification questions with short practical guidance.
How do I classify sorted rags for customs?
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What are the requirements for importing textile scraps?
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Is there a difference between sorted and unsorted rags?
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How to determine the right HS code for used cordage?
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What documents do I need for HS-4 6310 shipments?
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Related topics
Common real-world topics that come up during code comparison.
how to classify textile rags for import
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requirements for exporting scrap twine
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difference between sorted and unsorted textile materials
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customs regulations for used cordage
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best practices for shipping rags internationally
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understanding HS-6 codes for textile waste
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importing worn out rope and cables
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guidelines for textile recycling shipments
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Questions & answers
For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.
- What types of products fall under HS-4 6310?
- HS-4 6310 includes rags, scrap twine, cordage, rope, cables, and worn-out articles made from textile materials.
- How do I know if my rags are considered sorted?
- Sorted rags are organized by type or quality. If your shipment is mixed without classification, it falls under unsorted.
- Can I use HS-4 6310 for new textile materials?
- Yes, HS-4 6310 can apply to new textile materials if they are being repurposed as rags or scrap.
- What are the customs implications for importing textile scraps?
- Ensure that your materials are correctly classified under HS-6 lines to avoid delays and penalties.
- Do I need special permits for importing used cordage?
- Check with your local customs authority, as regulations may vary based on the material and country of origin.
- What is the difference between HS-6 631010 and HS-6 631090?
- HS-6 631010 is for sorted items, while HS-6 631090 is for unsorted rags and textile scraps.
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HS-6 subheadings (2)
- 631010Rags; used or new, scrap twine, cordage, rope and cables and worn out articles of twine, cordage, rope or cables, of textile materials; sorted
- 631090Rags; used or new, scrap twine, cordage, rope and cables and worn out articles of twine, cordage, rope or cables, of textile materials; other than sorted