Combed Cotton Noils

Short cotton fibers separated during the combing process, classified under HTS 5203.00.50.00 as 'other' cotton fibers processed but not spun. These noils are byproducts of combing used for blending or specialty yarns, not meeting criteria for subheading 5203.00.10.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.3%+35.0%39.3%
🇲🇽Mexico4.3%+10.0%14.3%
🇨🇦Canada4.3%+10.0%14.3%
🇩🇪Germany4.3%+10.0%14.3%
🇯🇵Japan4.3%+10.0%14.3%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5202.99.10Lower: 35% vs 39.3%

If card strips or waste from fibers under 1-3/16 inches staple

Waste materials like lap waste or sliver waste from short-staple cotton fall under 5202.99.10 with specific quotas.

5201.00.34Lower: 35% vs 39.3%

If raw cotton not carded or combed, staple 1-1/8 to under 1-3/8 inches

Unprocessed cotton with matching staple length enters under 5201 quotas before carding/combing.

5203.00.10Higher: 40% vs 39.3%

If processed fibers meeting the limited quota criteria

Specific processed cotton fibers enter under 5203.00.10 with 2,500 kg annual quota limit.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify staple length and processing method to confirm classification under 5203, avoiding quota-restricted 5203.00.10

Provide lab analysis or supplier certification proving combed status and non-spun condition

Check origin quotas in Chapter 52 notes; non-WTO countries may face restrictions