HS Code 6306

Tarpaulins, Tents, Sails, and Camping Goods

HS code 6306 covers outdoor textile goods such as tarpaulins, camping tents, sunblinds, and sails for watercraft or landcraft manufactured from various fabrics.

4-digit Section XIFCL

HS Code 6306 — Tarpaulins, Tents, Sails, and Camping Goods

This code covers heavy-duty protective textile covers like tarpaulins and awnings, along with portable shelters such as camping tents. It also includes functional textile sails for wind-powered vessels and various outdoor camping equipment like rucksacks or air mattresses.

What's included

  • Waterproof tarpaulins
  • Event marquees
  • Nylon camping tents
  • Polyester sails for yachts
  • Caravan awnings

What's excluded

  • Umbrellas → use 6601 (Hand-held umbrellas and parasols have their own specific heading.)
  • Kiteboard sails → use 9506 (Classified as sports equipment rather than maritime sails.)

Common examples

  • Heavy-duty PVC truck tarpaulins
  • 4-person family camping tent
  • Retractable shop front awnings
  • Dacron main sail for sailing boats

Frequently asked questions

Are inflatable air mattresses included here?

Yes, if they are made of textile materials specifically designed for camping use.

Trade & shipping notes

  • Typical duty range: 5% - 12%
  • Documentation: Preferential certificates of origin are commonly used to reduce duties on textile finished goods.
  • Typical shipping mode: FCL
  • Top exporters: China, Vietnam, India
  • Top importers: United States, Germany, Australia

Key takeaway

Covers finished textile products designed for outdoor protection, shelter, or wind propulsion.

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