Garnetted Egyptian Cotton Waste Stock from Japan
Premium garnetted stock from long-staple Egyptian cotton luxury apparel and sheeting waste. Classified HTS 5202.91.00.00 despite premium origin as cotton garnetted waste. Recovered fibers retain quality for high-end recycled yarn production.
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
• Document Egyptian origin carefully due to favorable cotton quota allocations
• Measure staple retention post-garnetting to validate premium fiber claims
• Maintain segregation from standard cotton waste to preserve quality value