Short-Fiber Cotton Sliver Waste from Germany
Sliver waste from drawing frames using cotton fibers shorter than 1-3/16 inches staple length, specifically covered by HTS 5202.99.10 and U.S. note 9 quota system. Common byproduct in yarn production from U.S. upland cotton.
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
• Conduct fiber length analysis per ASTM standards to confirm <30.1625 mm staple
• Use licensed customs brokers familiar with textile quotas for accurate filing
• Monitor Federal Register for quota status updates during entry period