Egyptian Short-Fiber Cotton Lint from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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