Upland Cotton Bale (Pima-like Staple)
A compressed bale of raw upland cotton with staple length between 1-1/8 inches and 1-3/8 inches, entered under General Note 15 provisions for WTO member countries. This classification applies to high-quality upland varieties meeting the staple length criteria in subheading 5201.00.22. It is typically used for spinning medium-count yarns for apparel.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If staple under 28.575 mm (1-1/8 inches)
Shorter staple cotton falls under different quantitative restrictions with separate country allocations.
If staple length 34.925 mm (1-3/8 inches) or more
Longer staple cotton enters different quota period (Aug 1-Jul 31) with higher aggregate limit.
If includes perished staple, grabbots, or cotton pickings
Lower quality or waste cotton in same staple range classified separately with different quota.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify staple length certification from accredited labs to confirm 28.575-34.925 mm range before entry
• Ensure compliance with General Note 15 quota allocations by country of origin; non-WTO countries excluded
• Provide bale weight and moisture content documentation to avoid reclassification as shorter staple cotton
Related Products under HTS 5201.00.22.00
Egyptian Giza Cotton Raw Fiber
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.
Peruvian Pima-Type Cotton Bale
Raw cotton bales from Peru with staple length 33 mm, classified under 5201.00.22 per General Note 15 quota provisions. This upland variety meets the intermediate staple length requirement and Peru's country allocation. Used for spinning premium denim and dress fabrics.
Indian Desi Cotton Raw Bale
Raw desi cotton from India with 30 mm staple length, entered under 5201.00.22 pursuant to General Note 15. Part of India/Pakistan aggregate 908,764 kg quota allocation. Suitable for medium-count spinning in workwear fabrics.
Brazilian Medium Staple Upland Cotton
Upland cotton from Brazil with 31 mm staple, classified 5201.00.22 under General Note 15 provisions. Benefits from Brazil's 280,648 kg specific country allocation. Widely used for towel and sheeting yarn production.
Chinese Xinjiang Medium Staple Cotton
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.
Australian Namoi Valley Cotton Bale
Namoi Valley upland cotton with 32 mm staple, classified under 5201.00.22 General Note 15 provisions. Falls under 'other' quota category for WTO members. Premium quality for spinning 30-40 Ne yarns.