Cotton Mill Waste Scrap from Japan
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 — 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
• 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