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5201.00.05.00/Mexican Short-Staple Rough Cotton/Mexico

Mexican Short-Staple Rough Cotton from Mexico

Rough cotton bales from Mexico with staple length under 3/4 inch, exempt from US quantitative restrictions noted in Chapter 52. Classified under 5201.00.05.00 for its harsh texture and ultra-short fiber length suitable for low-quality spinning. Commonly used in mattress stuffing and coarse fabrics.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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Import Tips

• Leverage Mexico's quota exemption but provide bale moisture content certificates; common pitfall is misclassification as longer staple

• Use ISHB documentation for faster processing

Mexican Short-Staple Rough Cotton from Mexico — Import Duty Rate | HTS 5201.00.05.00