Pima-like Short Staple Cotton (26.5mm)
Raw cotton fibers with staple length of 26.5 mm, not carded or combed, packaged in bales for export under General Note 15 provisions. This variety mimics Pima qualities but stays under the 1-1/8 inch limit, ideal for fine yarn production. Classified in 5201.00.12.00 for its short staple and quota compliance.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If harsh or rough cotton with staple 29.36875-34.925 mm, white
Specific harsh/rough varieties with medium staple and color requirement shift to dedicated quota subheading.
If processed into card strips or waste with staple under 30.1625 mm
Semi-processed cotton waste or strips (not raw fiber) classified under Chapter 52 waste provisions.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain certification proving staple length under 28.575 mm using USDA-approved methods to prevent disputes
• Monitor annual quota periods (Sep 20-Sep 19) and prorate entries to avoid overfill penalties
• Exclude Mexican-origin cotton, as it's ineligible for this subheading per U.S. notes
Related Products under HTS 5201.00.12.00
Upland Cotton Bale (Short Staple, 27mm)
A compressed bale of raw upland cotton with staple length under 28.575 mm (1-1/8 inches), not carded or combed, sourced from approved countries under General Note 15 quota provisions. This cotton is typically used for spinning into medium-count yarns for apparel and home textiles. It qualifies for HTS 5201.00.12.00 due to its short staple length and compliance with special import quota allocations.
Egyptian Short Staple Cotton Bale (27.8mm)
Baled raw Egyptian cotton with staple length of 27.8 mm (under 1-1/8 inches), not carded or combed, entered under General Note 15 country allocation (part of Egypt/Sudan aggregate). Used primarily for high-quality spinning despite shorter length. Meets HTS 5201.00.12.00 criteria for short staple quota cotton.
Indian Desi Short Staple Cotton (25mm)
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.
Brazilian Short Staple Upland Cotton (27mm)
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.
Peruvian Short Staple Cotton Bale (26mm)
Raw Peruvian cotton bales with 26 mm staple, not carded or combed, pursuant to General Note 15 (Peru share: 112,469 kg). Ideal for blending in mid-range fabrics. Qualifies for 5201.00.12.00 as described short staple cotton.
Chinese Short Staple Raw Cotton (27.5mm)
Baled raw cotton from China with staple under 1-1/8 inches, entered under largest GN15 allocation (621,780 kg). Used in T-shirt and sheet manufacturing. HTS 5201.00.12.00 applies to this quota-eligible product.