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Supima Cotton Raw Lint

American-grown Supima cotton lint with staple length of 1-3/8 inches or more, entered pursuant to U.S. Note 8 provisions for high-quality long-staple cotton. Remains unprocessed (not carded/combed) for spinning into fine yarns. Classified in 5201.00.60.00 within annual quota limits.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5201.00.14.00Same rate: 35%

If staple under 1-1/8 inches

Shorter U.S. upland cotton falls under 5201.00.14 quota.

5202.10.00Same rate: 35%

If combed

Combed cotton moves to Chapter 52 heading 5202.

5201.00.34.00Same rate: 35%

If medium staple 1-1/8 to 1-3/8 inches

Precise staple measurement determines quota subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include Supima trademark verification if claimed; track U.S. inclusion in aggregate quota; prepare for CBP staple length verification via micrometer testing

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