Egyptian Short-Fiber Cotton Lint from Japan
Although Egypt produces premium long-staple, this short-variety lint under 28.575 mm staple qualifies for the aggregate Egypt & Sudan quota in Note 5. Delivered as loose raw fiber or small bales, not carded, for blending in low-count spinning 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
• Aggregate quota with Sudan requires tracking combined Egypt/Sudan entries to avoid overfill
• Provide humidified weight certificates as moisture content affects duty calculations