Pima-like Short Staple Cotton Lint from Canada
Cleaned cotton lint from short staple varieties resembling Pima but under 28.575 mm staple length, not carded or combed, baled for export. Classified in HTS 5201.00.18.00 as other short staple cotton suitable for fine yarn production. Used in weaving lightweight fabrics for blouses and linens.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Obtain laboratory certification for staple length and ginning status to confirm no processing beyond lint cleaning
• Check country of origin against WTO member status for quota applicability
• Use ISHB documentation for fiber quality specs to prevent undervaluation claims