Peru Rough Cotton Lint
Peruvian-sourced harsh cotton lint with staple under 19.05mm, ginned but not carded or combed. Meets 5201.00.05.00 criteria for short, rough fibers ideal for paper pulp additives and low-grade yarns. Import volume controlled indirectly through country allocations in adjacent subheadings.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| šØš³China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| š²š½Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šØš¦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| š©šŖGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šÆšµJapan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If staple length 34.925mm or more
Longer staple cottons from any origin fall under separate long-staple quota
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Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ Obtain government staple length certification from Peru; watch total annual imports against related quota buckets
ā¢ Avoid contamination claims with proper baling standards
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