Supima Carded Combed Cotton Slivers
Supima cotton processed into uniform slivers via carding and combing, not drawn out or spun. HTS 5203.00.30.00 for 'other' unspun fibers fits per processing notes excluding spun yarns. Used in open-end or ring spinning setups.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If short staple raw cotton <28.575 mm
Shorter staple raw cotton has separate 20,207 MT quota under 5201.00.14.
If chemically processed into filament
Filament tow or top from cotton processing moves to Chapter 55.
If put up as fabric-making sets
If packaged for retail weaving sale, may classify under 5207 woven fabric sets.
Not sure which classification is right?
Our AI classifier can analyze your specific product and recommend the correct HTS code with confidence.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Distinguish slivers from roving (which may border on yarn classification)
• Comply with fiber content and processing declarations for CBP review
• Track September quota periods for accurate entry timing
Related Products under HTS 5203.00.30.00
Combed Cotton Fibers for Spinning Mills
These are carded and combed cotton fibers that have been processed to align and remove short fibers but remain unspun, ready for ring spinning into yarn. Classified under HTS 5203.00.30.00 as 'other' fibers of cotton processed but not spun, excluding noil which falls under a separate subheading. They meet Chapter 52 definitions for processed cotton fibers not yet formed into yarn.
Aligned Combed Cotton Staple Fibers
High-quality combed cotton staple fibers aligned parallel for premium yarn production, processed to remove impurities but not spun. Falls under HTS 5203.00.30.00 as 'other' processed cotton fibers per Chapter 52 notes on cotton processing stages. Used primarily in textile mills for fine fabric manufacturing.
Pima Combed Cotton Processed Fibers
Extra-long staple Pima cotton fibers that are carded and combed for smoothness, not spun, ideal for luxury textiles. HTS 5203.00.30.00 covers these as 'other' processed but unspun cotton fibers, aligning with U.S. notes on cotton processing metrics. Originating from regions like Peru with quota allocations.
Egyptian Combed Cotton Fibers
Premium Egyptian cotton fibers carded and combed to >1-3/8 inch staple, unspun for high-end yarn production. Classified in 5203.00.30.00 as other processed cotton fibers per HTS Chapter 52 definitions. Subject to Egypt/Sudan aggregate quota access.
Organic Combed Cotton Processed Fibers
Certified organic cotton fibers carded and combed without synthetic inputs, unspun for eco-friendly yarns. Under 5203.00.30.00 as other processed cotton fibers, consistent with Chapter 52 purity requirements. Popular for sustainable apparel supply chains.
Upland Combed Cotton Fibers 1-1/8 Inch
Upland cotton combed to 1-1/8 inch staple length, processed but unspun for standard textile yarns. HTS 5203.00.30.00 applies to these 'other' fibers per staple length notes in U.S. annotations. Common in mid-range fabric production.