Bleached Cotton Linters from Japan
Bleached cotton linters are cotton seed fuzz fibers that have undergone mild bleaching to remove impurities while retaining their fibrous structure for industrial use. HTS 1404.20.00.00 covers these as minimally processed cotton linters, not rendered suitable solely for textiles per Chapter notes. They serve as feedstock for high-purity cellulose in filters and explosives.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Document bleaching process details to distinguish from fully processed cellulose; label moisture content accurately as it affects valuation; watch for contamination that could trigger Section XI exclusions for textile materials