Peruvian Pima Cotton Raw from Germany
Peruvian Tango Pima cotton raw fiber with exceptional 1-1/2 inch staple length, ginned but not carded or combed. Classified under HTS 5201.00.80.00 as other long-staple cotton exempt from primary quotas. Essential for luxury lingerie and dress shirt production.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Peru has generous quota allocations; reference US Note country limits in declarations
• Require color grade (white 41 or better) documentation for valuation
• Avoid repacking in third countries to preserve direct shipment preference eligibility