Upland Cotton Bale (Pima-like Staple) from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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