Egyptian Combed Cotton Staple Fibers from Mexico
Combed Egyptian cotton fibers processed for cleanliness and parallelism but not spun, imported under HTS 5203.00.05.00 per general note 15. Known for extra-long staple, ideal for high-thread-count sheets and towels. Aligns with chapter 52 notes on processed unspun cotton.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide origin certification as Egypt has specific quota access per U.S. notes
• Test for nm equivalent if yarn-like but confirm unspun status
• Avoid mixing with waste to prevent 5202 reclassification