Egyptian Rough Gin Waste Cotton from Japan
Gin waste cotton from Egypt with harsh texture and staple under 19.05mm, still qualifying as not carded/combed raw cotton. HTS 5201.00.05.00 covers this ultra-short rough material used in paper manufacturing and flock production. Distinct from quota-controlled Egyptian long staples.
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 gin waste status to prevent classification as higher-value lint; test for foreign matter content
• Egypt's strong quota position aids related imports