Indian Desi Short Staple Cotton (25mm) from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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