Egyptian Giza Cotton Raw Fiber from Japan
Raw cotton fibers from Giza region with staple length 32-34 mm, entered pursuant to General Note 15 provisions. Meets 5201.00.22 criteria for upland-type cotton in the specified staple range, certified for export under WTO quota system. Primarily destined for fine yarn production in shirting fabrics.
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
• Obtain government staple length certificate from Egyptian Cotton Association for classification proof
• Track Egypt's specific 355,532 kg annual quota under GN15; enter early in Sep 20-Sep 19 period
• Avoid mixing with longer Pima cotton which requires 5201.00.60 classification and different handling