Sourcing woven prayer shawls from China
Woven prayer shawls from China carry a flat 8% UK import duty across the supplied heading 6214 lines, with no recorded anti-dumping or countervailing duty. Fibre composition must be labelled accurately; confirm permitted fibre names with the relevant authority. Approve the religious design and fringe construction before production. Cambridge China Bridge sources woven prayer shawls.
A flat 8% duty on woven prayer shawls
Read from the UK Trade Tariff on 2 October 2026, heading 6214 covers shawls, scarves, mufflers, mantillas, veils and similar articles. Its supplied lines all carry 8% duty for goods from China, including hand-made versions. No anti-dumping duty, countervailing duty or suspension is recorded. This guide concerns woven prayer shawls; the fibre and construction determine the appropriate line.
The tariff attaches cat and dog fur and seal-product import controls, plus CITES import controls on wool or fine animal hair lines and certain other textile lines. Commercial imports containing cat or dog fur are prohibited. Seal products face a market ban with limited exceptions; confirm eligibility and documentation for a China shipment with your customs broker. CITES-listed animal materials require species-specific checks and permits where applicable. The supplied data also records corresponding export controls, including CITES on cotton lines.
Confirm the commodity code against the finished shawl, fibre composition and evidence supporting any hand-made classification. For wider heading coverage, see woven cashmere shawls.
| Goods | Commodity code | Duty | Anti-dumping or countervailing duty on China |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hand-made woven prayer shawls of wool or fine animal hair | 6214 20 00 10 | 8% | None |
| Other woven prayer shawls of wool or fine animal hair | 6214 20 00 90 | 8% | None |
| Other woven prayer shawls of synthetic fibres | 6214 30 00 90 | 8% | None |
| Other woven prayer shawls of artificial fibres | 6214 40 00 90 | 8% | None |
| Hand-made woven cotton prayer shawls | 6214 90 00 11 | 8% | None |
| Other woven cotton prayer shawls | 6214 90 00 19 | 8% | None |
Specify the cloth, religious design and fringes
Specify fibre composition separately for the body, decorative bands and attached cords. Agree weave, finished dimensions, fabric weight, stripe placement, edge finish and washing method. Require accurate fibre composition using permitted fibre names. Test bulk fabric before approving wool or silk claims and printing labels.
For Jewish prayer shawls, agree whether ritual corner fringes are supplied, their yarn material, attachment and tying method. Have the intended buyer approve these details and any Hebrew text, embroidery orientation and neck band. Record any requested religious assurance and who will verify it; an approved appearance alone does not establish religious suitability.
Businesses importing consumer products are responsible for their safety. Assess loose decorative parts and snagging risks for the intended user, and retain the approved sample and inspection records.
Worked duty example
Illustrative example, not a quote: Illustrative order: 500 woven wool prayer shawls under 6214 20 00 90, invoiced at £6,000 free on board, with £500 of freight and insurance to the UK. The customs value is £6,500. Duty at 8% is £520. Import VAT at 20% is charged on the customs value plus duty, £7,020, so it is £1,404. Import taxes total £1,924; a VAT-registered importer can usually reclaim the VAT, so the lasting cost is the £520 of duty. The import duty and VAT guide explains each step.
Inspection checklist
Fabric and labels: compare bulk fibre testing with the label; check weave, weight, opacity, snags and the feel against the approved sample.
Design: check stripe alignment, text accuracy, embroidery direction and neck-band position against buyer-approved artwork.
Fringes and corners: check attachment, reinforcement, cord material and the agreed tying pattern; pull-test attachments using the load agreed in the order.
Washing and arrival: check shrinkage, colour transfer and puckering after the agreed wash; inspect delivered cartons for dampness and shawls for stains. Use the inspection guide to organise batch checks.
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What goes wrong
A factory can reproduce a photograph while missing the intended religious details. Incorrect text, reversed embroidery or an unapproved fringe arrangement can make the batch unsuitable for the buyer. Approve a finished sample with the intended user before authorising bulk production.
Loose corner stitching lets cords pull out, dark stripes can transfer colour onto pale cloth, and decorative bands can pucker after washing. Fibre substitution can also leave labels inaccurate. Check bulk fabric and washed finished samples rather than relying on the presentation sample.
Cambridge China Bridge sources these products for UK businesses, checking the factory and the documents before shipment. See factory verification. For own-brand ranges, see sourcing for brands.
Frequently asked questions
What is the UK import duty on woven prayer shawls from China?
The supplied heading 6214 lines all carry 8% duty from China. No anti-dumping duty, countervailing duty or suspension is recorded.
Do prayer shawls need fibre labels?
Fibre composition must be labelled. Confirm permitted fibre names with the relevant authority. Check bulk fabric against the label, particularly when claiming wool or silk.
Can a Chinese factory supply ritual corner fringes?
Ask the factory to make a finished sample to your cord and tying specification. Have the intended buyer verify religious suitability and any requested assurance before approving production.
What should I inspect when prayer shawls arrive?
Check fibre labels, finished dimensions, text and stripe alignment, corner reinforcement, fringe attachment and damp damage. Compare washed samples for shrinkage and colour transfer.