Brazilian Upland Cotton Bale from Japan
Brazilian upland cotton in standard 200 kg bales, staple under 1-1/8 inches, accessing the 280,648 kg quota of Additional U.S. Note 5. Ginned but uncombed, this fiber is a staple for American textile mills under HTS 5201.00.14.00.
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
• Brazil's large quota supports steady imports; register for automatic allocation
• Calibrate scales for accurate bale weights as discrepancies trigger audits
• Avoid peak harvest season rushes that overwhelm quota processing