Haitian Short-Staple Cotton from Japan
Raw cotton from Haiti featuring staple lengths under 1-1/8 inches, entering via the 107 kg micro-quota of Additional U.S. Note 5. This uncombed fiber supports niche U.S. textile programs and is classified under HTS 5201.00.14.00.
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
• Micro 107 kg quota suits sample or specialty shipments only; plan accordingly
• Government certification from Haiti essential for quota validation
• Risk of quota exhaustion after single large shipment—track diligently