Egyptian Combed Cotton Staple Fibers
Combed Egyptian cotton fibers processed for cleanliness and parallelism but not spun. Known for extra-long staple, these fibers are ideal for high-thread-count sheets and towels, and fall under tariff item 5203.00.00 as carded or combed cotton.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the cotton is not carded or combed
Cotton that has not undergone carding or combing is classified under a different heading.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the staple length and that the fibers are unspun
• Keep documentation of the combing process for CBSA inspection
• Consider whether the fibers are mixed with other materials, which could affect classification
Related Products under Tariff item 5203.00.00
Bleed-Resistant Combed Cotton Fibers
Bleed-resistant combed cotton fibers that have been carded and combed to remove impurities and align the fibers, but not spun into yarn. The colorfastness treatment does not alter the essential character of the cotton as unspun fibers, which falls under tariff item 5203.00.00.
Combed Cotton Fibers for Apparel Yarn
Carded and combed cotton fibers processed to align staple lengths but not yet spun into yarn. These fibers are ready for spinning into apparel yarn and meet the definition of cotton, carded or combed under tariff item 5203.00.00.
Combed Cotton Fibers for High-Grade Yarn
Short staple combed cotton fibers processed to remove impurities and align fibers but not yet spun into yarn. These fibers meet the criteria for carded or combed cotton under tariff item 5203.00.00.
Combed Cotton Tow for Spinning
Processed combed cotton tow fibers that are aligned for ring spinning but not spun. The combing process removes short fibers to ensure consistent yarn strength, making these fibers suitable for industrial textile mills and classifiable under tariff item 5203.00.00.
Fine Combed Cotton Fiber Preparations
Cotton fibers that undergo carding and combing to create parallel, clean preparations suitable for spinning. These fibers are classified under tariff item 5203.00.00 as carded or combed cotton.
High-Staple Combed Cotton Fibers
Premium combed cotton fibers with staple length over 34.925 mm (1-3/8 inches), processed but unspun. These fibers are aligned and impurities removed for superior yarn quality, qualifying under tariff item 5203.00.00 as carded or combed cotton.