Cotton Mill Waste Scrap from Germany
Cotton mill waste scrap includes assorted fiber scraps from weaving or knitting operations, classified as other under HTS 5202.99.50.00. It is collected from floor sweepings and machine cleanings for recycling. Used in stuffing, paper, or low-grade spinning.
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
• Provide mill production records to prove it's waste, not off-spec fabric
• Segregate by staple length to dodge quantitative limits on short-staple waste