HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5202993000 | Doc | 7.8¢/kg+55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
5202995000 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |




Customs Compliance Analysis for Cotton Fibers (Filter Grade)
Product Classification Overview
You have provided two HS codes for cotton waste, both falling under Chapter 52 (Cotton) of the Harmonized System (HS). These classifications are based on the type and form of the cotton waste.
1. HS Code: 5202993000
Description:
Cotton waste (including yarn waste and garnetted stock): Other: Other: Card strips made from cotton having a staple length under 30.1625 mm (1-3/16 inches) and lap waste, sliver waste and roving waste: Other
Tariff Details: - Base Tariff Rate: 7.8¢/kg - Additional Tariff: 25.0% - Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0% - Total Tariff: 7.8¢/kg + 55.0% (25% + 30%)
Key Notes: - This classification applies to specific types of cotton waste, such as card strips and roving waste, with a staple length under 30.1625 mm. - The base tariff is ad valorem (a percentage of the value) plus a specific rate (7.8¢/kg). - The total effective rate is 55% after April 11, 2025.
Proactive Advice: - Confirm the exact form of the cotton waste (e.g., card strips, sliver waste) to ensure correct classification. - Verify the staple length of the cotton to determine if it falls under this specific code. - Be aware of the specific rate (7.8¢/kg) and how it interacts with the ad valorem rates.
2. HS Code: 5202995000
Description:
Cotton waste (including yarn waste and garnetted stock): Other: Other: Other
Tariff Details: - Base Tariff Rate: 0.0% - Additional Tariff: 25.0% - Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0% - Total Tariff: 55.0%
Key Notes: - This is a catch-all code for other cotton waste not covered by more specific classifications. - The base tariff is 0.0%, but additional tariffs apply. - The total effective rate is 55% after April 11, 2025.
Proactive Advice: - Ensure that your product does not fall under a more specific code (like 5202993000) before using this code. - Be aware that no specific rate applies here, only ad valorem rates. - Confirm the nature and form of the cotton waste to avoid misclassification.
General Tariff Summary
HS Code | Base Tariff | Additional Tariff | Special Tariff (after 2025.4.2) | Total Effective Rate |
---|---|---|---|---|
5202993000 | 7.8¢/kg | 25.0% | 30.0% | 7.8¢/kg + 55.0% |
5202995000 | 0.0% | 25.0% | 30.0% | 55.0% |
Important Reminders
- April 11, 2025 is a critical date for tariff changes. Ensure your import plans are aligned with this.
- Documentation: Maintain records of the material composition, staple length, and form of the cotton waste for customs compliance.
- Certifications: Check if any certifications (e.g., origin, sustainability) are required for your product.
- Consultation: If in doubt, consult a customs broker or tariff expert for accurate classification and duty calculation.
Let me know if you need help with duty calculation examples or customs documentation templates.
Customs Compliance Analysis for Cotton Fibers (Filter Grade)
Product Classification Overview
You have provided two HS codes for cotton waste, both falling under Chapter 52 (Cotton) of the Harmonized System (HS). These classifications are based on the type and form of the cotton waste.
1. HS Code: 5202993000
Description:
Cotton waste (including yarn waste and garnetted stock): Other: Other: Card strips made from cotton having a staple length under 30.1625 mm (1-3/16 inches) and lap waste, sliver waste and roving waste: Other
Tariff Details: - Base Tariff Rate: 7.8¢/kg - Additional Tariff: 25.0% - Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0% - Total Tariff: 7.8¢/kg + 55.0% (25% + 30%)
Key Notes: - This classification applies to specific types of cotton waste, such as card strips and roving waste, with a staple length under 30.1625 mm. - The base tariff is ad valorem (a percentage of the value) plus a specific rate (7.8¢/kg). - The total effective rate is 55% after April 11, 2025.
Proactive Advice: - Confirm the exact form of the cotton waste (e.g., card strips, sliver waste) to ensure correct classification. - Verify the staple length of the cotton to determine if it falls under this specific code. - Be aware of the specific rate (7.8¢/kg) and how it interacts with the ad valorem rates.
2. HS Code: 5202995000
Description:
Cotton waste (including yarn waste and garnetted stock): Other: Other: Other
Tariff Details: - Base Tariff Rate: 0.0% - Additional Tariff: 25.0% - Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0% - Total Tariff: 55.0%
Key Notes: - This is a catch-all code for other cotton waste not covered by more specific classifications. - The base tariff is 0.0%, but additional tariffs apply. - The total effective rate is 55% after April 11, 2025.
Proactive Advice: - Ensure that your product does not fall under a more specific code (like 5202993000) before using this code. - Be aware that no specific rate applies here, only ad valorem rates. - Confirm the nature and form of the cotton waste to avoid misclassification.
General Tariff Summary
HS Code | Base Tariff | Additional Tariff | Special Tariff (after 2025.4.2) | Total Effective Rate |
---|---|---|---|---|
5202993000 | 7.8¢/kg | 25.0% | 30.0% | 7.8¢/kg + 55.0% |
5202995000 | 0.0% | 25.0% | 30.0% | 55.0% |
Important Reminders
- April 11, 2025 is a critical date for tariff changes. Ensure your import plans are aligned with this.
- Documentation: Maintain records of the material composition, staple length, and form of the cotton waste for customs compliance.
- Certifications: Check if any certifications (e.g., origin, sustainability) are required for your product.
- Consultation: If in doubt, consult a customs broker or tariff expert for accurate classification and duty calculation.
Let me know if you need help with duty calculation examples or customs documentation templates.
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