## Common ground
All options refer to textile or paper-based handkerchiefs used for personal hygiene, protection, or fashion.
## Options at a glance
**4818.20 – Paper-based**
- **Defining trait:** Made from paper pulp, cellulose, or paper-like materials; disposable and non-woven.
- **Typical examples:** Facial tissues, paper towels, disposable cleansing wipes.
- **Best fit when:** The product is made of paper, not fabric, and intended for single use.
**6117.80 – Knitted/crocheted**
- **Defining trait:** Constructed using knitting or crocheting techniques; typically soft, stretchy, and flexible.
- **Typical examples:** Handkerchiefs made from knitted cotton or wool yarns.
- **Best fit when:** The handkerchief is knitted or crocheted, not woven.
**6209 – Baby woven handkerchiefs**
- **Defining trait:** Specifically designed for infants; often part of a feeding set or baby care kit.
- **Typical examples:** Woven cotton squares used to wipe a baby’s face during feeding.
- **Best fit when:** The product is marketed or used primarily for babies, especially as part of a feeding set.
**6213 – Standard woven handkerchiefs (≤60 cm)**
- **Defining trait:** Made by weaving; square or near-square shape with all sides ≤60 cm.
- **Typical examples:** Classic cotton handkerchiefs used in pockets, often embroidered.
- **Best fit when:** The item is woven, square-shaped, and no side exceeds 60 cm.
**6214 – Large or non-square woven items (>60 cm or irregular shape)**
- **Defining trait:** Larger than 60 cm on any side or not square; includes scarves and other shapes.
- **Typical examples:** Oversized woven handkerchiefs, rectangular scarves, or shawl-like pieces.
- **Best fit when:** The item exceeds 60 cm in length or has a non-square shape.
## Key differences
| HS Code | Material/Construction | Shape & Size Limit | Primary Use |
|--------|------------------------|--------------------|-------------|
| 4818.20 | Paper-based, disposable | N/A | Hygiene, cleansing |
| 6117.80 | Knitted/crocheted | N/A | Fashion, softness |
| 6209 | Woven, baby-specific | ≤60 cm | Infant care |
| 6213 | Woven, standard size | ≤60 cm, square | Personal use |
| 6214 | Woven, large/irregular | >60 cm or non-square | Fashion, scarves |
## How to choose
- Is it made of paper? → 4818.20
- Is it knitted or crocheted? → 6117.80
- Is it for babies and part of a feeding set? → 6209
- Is it square, ≤60 cm, and woven? → 6213
- Is it larger than 60 cm or not square? → 6214
## Overlaps & pitfalls
- A large woven handkerchief (e.g., 70 cm) may be mistaken for a scarf, but if it's used as a handkerchief, classify under 6214.
- Knitted handkerchiefs could be confused with 6213 if square and small, but knitting takes priority over shape.
- No clear hierarchy: use the most specific trait first (e.g., material, construction, size, purpose). If in doubt, prioritize function and primary use