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%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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