Bleached Cotton Linters from China
Bleached cotton linters are the short fuzz fibers removed from cotton seeds, which have been lightly bleached to remove impurities while preserving their fibrous structure. They are classified under tariff item 1404.20.00 as they are vegetable products not elsewhere specified, and the bleaching does not render them suitable for use only as textile materials.
Duty Rate — China → Canada
Import Tips
• Ensure the bleaching process is mild and does not alter the fibers to be suitable for textile use, as this could reclassify the product
• Provide a laboratory analysis certificate confirming the alpha-cellulose content and impurity levels to support the tariff classification
• Verify whether the linters are subject to any import permits under the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) if they are for agricultural use