California Acala Long Staple Cotton

California Acala 1517-08 variety cotton fiber, staple length exceeding 34.925 mm, in standard export bales untreated beyond ginning. HTS 5201.00.80.00 covers this US-grown long-staple upland cotton outside quota categories. Widely used for mid-premium apparel yarns.

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.

5201.00.24Same rate: 35%

If harsh or rough designation

Specific fiber characteristics qualify for separate quota-limited subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

California cotton often re-exported; maintain US origin trail for tariff benefits

HVI classing mandatory; micronaire 3.8-4.5 ideal range for acceptance

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