Described in additional U.S. note 10 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions
Cotton, carded or combed: > Fibers of cotton processed but not spun: > Described in additional U.S. note 10 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Products classified under HTS 5203.00.10.00
Combed Cotton Fibers for High-Grade Yarn
These are short staple combed cotton fibers processed to remove impurities and align fibers but not yet spun into yarn, specifically meeting the criteria in Additional U.S. Note 10 to Chapter 52 for quota-limited entry under HTS 5203.00.10. They are used in premium textile manufacturing. The fibers are carded or combed cotton with controlled staple length under specified limits.
Quota-Qualified Combed Cotton Slivers
Combed cotton slivers are processed fibers drawn into continuous strands post-carding and combing but prior to spinning, entered under the strict provisions of Additional U.S. Note 10 to HTS 5203.00.10. Limited to 2,500 kg quota. Ideal for fine yarn production in apparel.
Fine Combed Cotton Fiber Preparations
These cotton fibers undergo carding and combing to create parallel, clean preparations suitable for spinning, classified under HTS 5203.00.10 pursuant to Additional U.S. Note 10 quota. The limited quota ensures controlled imports of high-quality processed fibers.
Processed Combed Cotton for Spinning Mills
High-tenacity combed cotton fibers processed through carding and combing stages, not spun, entered via HTS 5203.00.10 under Note 10's 2,500 kg quota. Used by mills for superior yarn quality in textiles.
Quota-Limited Egyptian Combed Cotton Fibers
Premium combed cotton fibers from Egypt, processed but unspun, specifically qualifying for the Additional U.S. Note 10 provisions of HTS 5203.00.10 with its tight 2,500 kg quota. Known for long staple suitable for luxury fabrics.
Short-Staple Combed Cotton Preparations
Combed cotton fibers with short staple lengths processed for yarn production but not spun, classified in HTS 5203.00.10 under Additional U.S. Note 10 quota limits. Suitable for medium-count yarns in everyday textiles.