Cotton Yarn Waste Noils from Japan
Cotton yarn waste noils are short fibers separated during yarn clearing and waste extraction, falling under HTS 5202.99.50.00 for other cotton waste. These soft waste fibers are ideal for blending in spun yarns or felts. Generated in spinning mills from imperfect 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
• Label as 'noils from yarn waste' to avoid confusion with raw cotton noils in 5202.91
• Ensure weights exclude moisture; dry basis testing prevents duty overpayment