Pima Cotton Raw Fiber from Japan
Unginned Pima cotton fibers with staple length exceeding 34.925 mm (1-3/8 inches), entered under the quantitative limits of Additional U.S. Note 8 to Chapter 52. This high-quality, extra-long staple cotton is used for premium yarns and fabrics. Classification falls under HTS 5201.00.60.00 due to its staple length and compliance with quota provisions.
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
• Verify staple length certification exceeds 34.925 mm via laboratory testing; ensure entry within August 1-July 31 quota period (40,100 metric tons max); provide country-of-origin documentation excluding Mexico and non-WTO members