Brazilian Short Staple Upland Cotton (27mm) from Japan

Bales of Brazilian upland cotton featuring staple lengths under 28.575 mm, raw and unprocessed, entered under GN15 (Brazil share: 280,648 kg). Commonly used in denim and towel production. Classified under 5201.00.12.00 for quota-eligible short staple raw cotton.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Prorate shipments across quota period to maximize allocation usage

Retain lab test reports for staple measurement disputes