| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5205420021 | Doc | 61.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 5205460021 | Doc | 67.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 5207100000 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 5207900000 | Doc | 60.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
✅ Customs Classification and Tariff Analysis for High Strength Combed Compact Spun Cotton Yarn (85% or more by weight)
Below is a structured breakdown of the HS codes and associated tariffs for the cotton yarn products you've described. These classifications are based on the Harmonized System (HS) code structure and China's customs tariff regulations.
📌 1. HS Code: 5205420021
Product Description:
- Cotton yarn (other than sewing thread), containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, not put up for retail sale
- Multiple (folded) or cabled yarn, of combed fibers
- Exceeding 14 nm but not exceeding 43 nm per single yarn, Ring spun, Compact, exceeding 41 nm
Tariff Details:
- Base Tariff Rate: 6.5%
- Additional Tariff: 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Total Tariff: 61.5%
Key Notes: - This classification applies to non-retail cotton yarn with specific metric number (nm) and spinning method (ring spun, compact). - High tariff due to the additional and special tariffs.
📌 2. HS Code: 5205460021
Product Description:
- Cotton yarn (other than sewing thread), containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, not put up for retail sale
- Multiple (folded) or cabled yarn, of combed fibers
- Measuring per single yarn less than 125 decitex but not less than 106.38 decitex (i.e., metric number between 80 and 94)
- Ring spun, Compact
Tariff Details:
- Base Tariff Rate: 12.0%
- Additional Tariff: 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Total Tariff: 67.0%
Key Notes: - This classification is for higher decitex (coarser) cotton yarn, still not for retail. - Higher total tariff compared to 5205420021 due to higher base rate.
📌 3. HS Code: 5207100000
Product Description:
- Cotton yarn (other than sewing thread), put up for retail sale
- Containing 85% or more by weight of cotton
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: - Zero base tariff for retail-ready cotton yarn with high cotton content. - Still subject to additional and special tariffs. - Ideal for retail packaging or direct-to-consumer products.
📌 4. HS Code: 5207900000
Product Description:
- Cotton yarn (other than sewing thread), put up for retail sale
- Other (i.e., not covered by 5207100000)
Tariff Details:
- Base Tariff Rate: 5.0%
- Additional Tariff: 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Total Tariff: 60.0%
Key Notes: - Lower base rate than 5207100000, but still subject to additional and special tariffs. - Applicable to other types of retail-ready cotton yarn (e.g., lower cotton content or different processing).
🚨 Important Alerts and Proactive Advice
- Time-sensitive policy:
-
Additional tariffs of 25% and special tariffs of 30% apply after April 11, 2025. Ensure your import timeline aligns with these dates.
-
Verify the following before import:
- Material composition (must be 85% or more cotton by weight).
- Spinning method (e.g., ring spun, compact).
- Metric number or decitex (determines HS code).
- Whether the product is for retail sale (affects classification between 5205 and 5207).
-
Certifications (e.g., textile origin, compliance with customs regulations).
-
Consider using a customs broker or consulting a customs compliance expert to ensure accurate classification and avoid penalties.
✅ Summary Table
| HS Code | Description | Base Tariff | Additional Tariff | Special Tariff (after 2025.4.2) | Total Tariff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5205420021 | Non-retail, compact, 14-43 nm | 6.5% | 25.0% | 30.0% | 61.5% |
| 5205460021 | Non-retail, compact, 80-94 nm | 12.0% | 25.0% | 30.0% | 67.0% |
| 5207100000 | Retail, 85%+ cotton | 0.0% | 25.0% | 30.0% | 55.0% |
| 5207900000 | Retail, other | 5.0% | 25.0% | 30.0% | 60.0% |
Let me know if you need help with certification requirements, customs documentation, or import cost estimation.
✅ Customs Classification and Tariff Analysis for High Strength Combed Compact Spun Cotton Yarn (85% or more by weight)
Below is a structured breakdown of the HS codes and associated tariffs for the cotton yarn products you've described. These classifications are based on the Harmonized System (HS) code structure and China's customs tariff regulations.
📌 1. HS Code: 5205420021
Product Description:
- Cotton yarn (other than sewing thread), containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, not put up for retail sale
- Multiple (folded) or cabled yarn, of combed fibers
- Exceeding 14 nm but not exceeding 43 nm per single yarn, Ring spun, Compact, exceeding 41 nm
Tariff Details:
- Base Tariff Rate: 6.5%
- Additional Tariff: 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Total Tariff: 61.5%
Key Notes: - This classification applies to non-retail cotton yarn with specific metric number (nm) and spinning method (ring spun, compact). - High tariff due to the additional and special tariffs.
📌 2. HS Code: 5205460021
Product Description:
- Cotton yarn (other than sewing thread), containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, not put up for retail sale
- Multiple (folded) or cabled yarn, of combed fibers
- Measuring per single yarn less than 125 decitex but not less than 106.38 decitex (i.e., metric number between 80 and 94)
- Ring spun, Compact
Tariff Details:
- Base Tariff Rate: 12.0%
- Additional Tariff: 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Total Tariff: 67.0%
Key Notes: - This classification is for higher decitex (coarser) cotton yarn, still not for retail. - Higher total tariff compared to 5205420021 due to higher base rate.
📌 3. HS Code: 5207100000
Product Description:
- Cotton yarn (other than sewing thread), put up for retail sale
- Containing 85% or more by weight of cotton
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: - Zero base tariff for retail-ready cotton yarn with high cotton content. - Still subject to additional and special tariffs. - Ideal for retail packaging or direct-to-consumer products.
📌 4. HS Code: 5207900000
Product Description:
- Cotton yarn (other than sewing thread), put up for retail sale
- Other (i.e., not covered by 5207100000)
Tariff Details:
- Base Tariff Rate: 5.0%
- Additional Tariff: 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Total Tariff: 60.0%
Key Notes: - Lower base rate than 5207100000, but still subject to additional and special tariffs. - Applicable to other types of retail-ready cotton yarn (e.g., lower cotton content or different processing).
🚨 Important Alerts and Proactive Advice
- Time-sensitive policy:
-
Additional tariffs of 25% and special tariffs of 30% apply after April 11, 2025. Ensure your import timeline aligns with these dates.
-
Verify the following before import:
- Material composition (must be 85% or more cotton by weight).
- Spinning method (e.g., ring spun, compact).
- Metric number or decitex (determines HS code).
- Whether the product is for retail sale (affects classification between 5205 and 5207).
-
Certifications (e.g., textile origin, compliance with customs regulations).
-
Consider using a customs broker or consulting a customs compliance expert to ensure accurate classification and avoid penalties.
✅ Summary Table
| HS Code | Description | Base Tariff | Additional Tariff | Special Tariff (after 2025.4.2) | Total Tariff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5205420021 | Non-retail, compact, 14-43 nm | 6.5% | 25.0% | 30.0% | 61.5% |
| 5205460021 | Non-retail, compact, 80-94 nm | 12.0% | 25.0% | 30.0% | 67.0% |
| 5207100000 | Retail, 85%+ cotton | 0.0% | 25.0% | 30.0% | 55.0% |
| 5207900000 | Retail, other | 5.0% | 25.0% | 30.0% | 60.0% |
Let me know if you need help with certification requirements, customs documentation, or import cost estimation.
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