Chinese Xinjiang Medium Staple Cotton from Germany
Raw cotton from Xinjiang region with 29.5 mm staple length, entered 5201.00.22 per General Note 15. Part of China's 621,780 kg quota allocation despite WTO membership status. Used in blended spinning operations.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• China's 621,780 kg quota fills quickly; enter early in quota year and track remaining balance
• Include UFLPA documentation proving no Xinjiang forced labor involvement
• Provide detailed fiber quality specs including micronaire and strength measurements