Upland Cotton Bale (1-1/4 inch staple)
Raw upland cotton harvested and baled with a staple length between 1-1/8 and 1-3/8 inches, meeting Additional U.S. Note 7 quota requirements for import. This cotton is not carded or combed, suitable for ginning and spinning into yarns. Classified under 5201.00.34.00 due to its specific staple length and compliance with the described quantitative provisions.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If staple length under 28.575 mm (1-1/8 inches)
Shorter staple cotton falls under different quota provisions in Additional U.S. Note 5
If staple length 34.925 mm (1-3/8 inches) or more
Longer staple cotton subject to Additional U.S. Note 8 quota restrictions
If harsh or rough cotton, white in color
Specific harsh cotton types have separate quota under Additional U.S. Note 6
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify staple length certification from supplier meets 28.575-34.925 mm range with documentation
• Ensure entry during August 1-July 31 quota period and obtain proper import license allocation
• Avoid common pitfall of perished staple contamination which may disqualify quota eligibility
Related Products under HTS 5201.00.34.00
Pima-like Upland Cotton Raw Fiber
Raw cotton fibers from upland varieties with medium staple length (29-34 mm) entered under Note 7 provisions. Includes perished staple and grabbots acceptable under this quota category. Used primarily for medium-count yarn production in apparel manufacturing.
Medium Staple Raw Cotton for Spinning
Unginned raw cotton bales with staple measuring 32 mm average length, entered pursuant to Additional U.S. Note 7 quota. Suitable for ring spinning medium yarns used in denim and shirting fabrics. Not carded or combed, maintaining raw fiber status.
Perished Staple Upland Cotton
Upland cotton bales containing perished staple fibers averaging 31 mm length, specifically permitted under 5201.00.34.00 Note 7 provisions. Suitable for low-grade yarn production or blending. Raw condition, not carded or combed.
Cotton Grabbots and Pickings Bale
Baled cotton grabbots and pickings with staple 30-33 mm, explicitly allowed under 5201.00.34.00 per Note 7. These cleaned field remnants suitable for blending in yarn production. Quota-compliant raw cotton not subjected to carding.