Indian Long-Staple Cotton Fiber from Japan
Raw cotton fibers from India with staple ≥34.925 mm, allocated up to 908,764 kg under Note 8 for India/Pakistan aggregate. Not carded or combed, suitable for shirting fabrics. HTS 5201.00.60.00 applies for quota-eligible long-staple imports.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Secure Indian government staple certification; monitor India/Pakistan aggregate quota usage; declare exact bale moisture content to avoid disputes