Indian Desi Short Staple Cotton (25mm) from Germany
Raw Desi cotton from India with 25 mm staple length, baled and not carded/combed, imported pursuant to General Note 15 (India/Pakistan aggregate quota). Suitable for coarse yarns in upholstery and workwear. Fits 5201.00.12.00 as short staple cotton under quota provisions.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Confirm WTO membership of origin for non-excluded treatment; India qualifies
• Use licensed customs brokers familiar with textile quotas to track remaining balance
• Label bales clearly with staple length and origin to facilitate CBP inspection