Cotton Mill Nep Wadding Balls
Compressed balls of cotton mill neps and dust reformed into wadding for industrial cleaning or filler uses. Tariff item 5601.21.29 includes textile dust and mill neps of cotton as other wadding articles with short fibres. These are reconstituted for various applications.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is primarily textile dust and mill neps
Textile dust and mill neps have a separate heading.
If the balls are considered made-up articles
Formed articles of wadding are classified separately.
If the balls are impregnated with soap or detergent
Soap-impregnated products fall under Chapter 34.
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 fibres are under 5 mm, as longer fibres would be classified in Chapter 52
• If the balls are impregnated with cleaning agents, they may be excluded from Chapter 56
• Provide a sample or technical data sheet to the CBSA for accurate classification
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