HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5201000500 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
5201001400 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
5601300000 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
5201001800 | Doc | 31.4¢/kg+55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |




Product Classification: Agricultural Short Staple Cotton
HS CODE: 5201000500, 5201001400, 5201001800, 5601300000
🔍 Classification Overview
- 5201000500: Uncombed or uncarded short staple cotton
- 5201001400: Undyed or unbleached cotton, uncombed or uncarded, with fiber length less than 28.575 mm
- 5201001800: Undyed or unbleached cotton, uncombed or uncarded (general category)
- 5601300000: Filling materials for textiles and textile products; textile fibers (flock) with length not exceeding 5 mm
All of these HS codes are related to short staple cotton in various forms, typically used in textile manufacturing.
📊 Tariff Summary (as of now)
- Base Tariff Rate: 0.0%
- Additional Tariff (General): 25.0%
- Special Tariff (After April 11, 2025): 30.0%
- Note: For 5201001800, there is an ad valorem rate of 31.4¢/kg in addition to the 55.0% total rate.
⚠️ Time-Sensitive Policy Alert
- April 11, 2025: Additional tariffs will increase from 25.0% to 30.0% for all listed HS codes.
- This change may significantly impact the total import cost and customs clearance process.
📌 Key Tax Rate Changes
- Before April 11, 2025:
- Total tax rate = 55.0% (0.0% base + 25.0% additional)
-
For 5201001800, total tax = 31.4¢/kg + 55.0%
-
After April 11, 2025:
- Total tax rate = 65.0% (0.0% base + 30.0% additional)
- For 5201001800, total tax = 31.4¢/kg + 65.0%
🛒 Proactive Advice for Importers
- Verify Material Specifications: Ensure the cotton is uncombed or uncarded, and confirm the fiber length (especially for 5201001400).
- Check Unit Price: For 5201001800, the 31.4¢/kg ad valorem rate must be included in the total cost calculation.
- Certifications Required: Confirm if any origin certificates or compliance documents are needed for customs clearance.
- Monitor Tariff Changes: Keep track of the April 11, 2025 deadline to avoid unexpected cost increases.
- Consult a Customs Broker: For accurate classification and tariff calculation, especially if the product is borderline between HS codes.
✅ Summary Table
HS Code | Description | Base Tariff | Additional Tariff (Before April 11, 2025) | Additional Tariff (After April 11, 2025) | Total Tax (Before April 11, 2025) | Total Tax (After April 11, 2025) |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5201000500 | Uncombed or uncarded short staple cotton | 0.0% | 25.0% | 30.0% | 55.0% | 65.0% |
5201001400 | Undyed/unbleached, <28.575mm | 0.0% | 25.0% | 30.0% | 55.0% | 65.0% |
5201001800 | Undyed/unbleached, uncombed/uncarded | 31.4¢/kg | 25.0% | 30.0% | 31.4¢/kg + 55.0% | 31.4¢/kg + 65.0% |
5601300000 | Flock or filling materials | 0.0% | 25.0% | 30.0% | 55.0% | 65.0% |
If you need further assistance with customs documentation or tariff calculation, feel free to provide more details.
Product Classification: Agricultural Short Staple Cotton
HS CODE: 5201000500, 5201001400, 5201001800, 5601300000
🔍 Classification Overview
- 5201000500: Uncombed or uncarded short staple cotton
- 5201001400: Undyed or unbleached cotton, uncombed or uncarded, with fiber length less than 28.575 mm
- 5201001800: Undyed or unbleached cotton, uncombed or uncarded (general category)
- 5601300000: Filling materials for textiles and textile products; textile fibers (flock) with length not exceeding 5 mm
All of these HS codes are related to short staple cotton in various forms, typically used in textile manufacturing.
📊 Tariff Summary (as of now)
- Base Tariff Rate: 0.0%
- Additional Tariff (General): 25.0%
- Special Tariff (After April 11, 2025): 30.0%
- Note: For 5201001800, there is an ad valorem rate of 31.4¢/kg in addition to the 55.0% total rate.
⚠️ Time-Sensitive Policy Alert
- April 11, 2025: Additional tariffs will increase from 25.0% to 30.0% for all listed HS codes.
- This change may significantly impact the total import cost and customs clearance process.
📌 Key Tax Rate Changes
- Before April 11, 2025:
- Total tax rate = 55.0% (0.0% base + 25.0% additional)
-
For 5201001800, total tax = 31.4¢/kg + 55.0%
-
After April 11, 2025:
- Total tax rate = 65.0% (0.0% base + 30.0% additional)
- For 5201001800, total tax = 31.4¢/kg + 65.0%
🛒 Proactive Advice for Importers
- Verify Material Specifications: Ensure the cotton is uncombed or uncarded, and confirm the fiber length (especially for 5201001400).
- Check Unit Price: For 5201001800, the 31.4¢/kg ad valorem rate must be included in the total cost calculation.
- Certifications Required: Confirm if any origin certificates or compliance documents are needed for customs clearance.
- Monitor Tariff Changes: Keep track of the April 11, 2025 deadline to avoid unexpected cost increases.
- Consult a Customs Broker: For accurate classification and tariff calculation, especially if the product is borderline between HS codes.
✅ Summary Table
HS Code | Description | Base Tariff | Additional Tariff (Before April 11, 2025) | Additional Tariff (After April 11, 2025) | Total Tax (Before April 11, 2025) | Total Tax (After April 11, 2025) |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5201000500 | Uncombed or uncarded short staple cotton | 0.0% | 25.0% | 30.0% | 55.0% | 65.0% |
5201001400 | Undyed/unbleached, <28.575mm | 0.0% | 25.0% | 30.0% | 55.0% | 65.0% |
5201001800 | Undyed/unbleached, uncombed/uncarded | 31.4¢/kg | 25.0% | 30.0% | 31.4¢/kg + 55.0% | 31.4¢/kg + 65.0% |
5601300000 | Flock or filling materials | 0.0% | 25.0% | 30.0% | 55.0% | 65.0% |
If you need further assistance with customs documentation or tariff calculation, feel free to provide more details.
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