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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%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

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