| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5201003800 | Doc | 31.4¢/kg+55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 5201003400 | Doc | 4.4¢/kg+55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
✅ Customs Classification & Tariff Analysis for Long Staple Cotton Fiber (28.575–34.925 mm) for Sewing
📦 Product Description:
- Material: Long staple cotton fiber (not carded or combed)
- Staple Length: 28.575 mm (1-1/8 inches) or more, but under 34.925 mm (1-3/8 inches)
- Usage: For sewing
🧾 HS Code Classification:
Option 1:
- HS Code:
5201.00.38.00 - Description: Cotton, not carded or combed: Having a staple length of 28.575 mm or more but under 34.925 mm: Other: Other
- Base Tariff Rate: 31.4¢/kg
- Additional Tariff (25.0%): 25.0% of the value
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0% of the value
- Total Effective Tariff: 31.4¢/kg + 55.0% of the value
Option 2:
- HS Code:
5201.00.34.00 - Description: Cotton, not carded or combed: Having a staple length of 28.575 mm or more but under 34.925 mm: Other: Described in additional U.S. note 7 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions
- Base Tariff Rate: 4.4¢/kg
- Additional Tariff (25.0%): 25.0% of the value
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0% of the value
- Total Effective Tariff: 4.4¢/kg + 55.0% of the value
📉 Key Tax Rate Changes & Notes:
- Base Tariff:
- Option 1: 31.4¢/kg
- Option 2: 4.4¢/kg
-
Note: The base tariff is a fixed per-kilogram rate, not a percentage of the value.
-
Additional Tariff (25.0%):
- Applies to the value of the goods, not the base tariff.
-
This is a value-based duty, so it increases with the price of the product.
-
Special Tariff after April 11, 2025 (30.0%):
- This is an additional duty on top of the 25.0% rate.
- Total additional duty after April 11, 2025: 55.0% of the value.
⏰ Time-Sensitive Policy Alert:
- April 11, 2025:
- A 30.0% additional tariff will be imposed on top of the existing 25.0% duty.
- This will significantly increase the total effective tariff to 55.0% of the value.
🛠️ Proactive Advice for Importers:
- Verify Material Specifications:
-
Ensure the cotton fiber is not carded or combed and falls within the 28.575–34.925 mm staple length range.
-
Check Unit Price:
-
The base tariff is per kilogram, so the total cost will depend on the weight and value of the shipment.
-
Review Certification Requirements:
-
Confirm if any certifications (e.g., origin, sustainability, or compliance with U.S. Note 7) are required for the specific HS code.
-
Plan for Tariff Increases:
-
If importing after April 11, 2025, budget for a 55.0% duty on the value of the goods.
-
Consider HS Code Selection:
- If the product qualifies for 5201.00.34.00, it may be cheaper due to the lower base tariff (4.4¢/kg vs. 31.4¢/kg).
📌 Summary Table:
| HS Code | Base Tariff (¢/kg) | Additional Tariff (%) | Special Tariff after 2025.4.2 (%) | Total Effective Tariff (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5201.00.38.00 | 31.4 | 25.0 | 30.0 | 55.0 |
| 5201.00.34.00 | 4.4 | 25.0 | 30.0 | 55.0 |
Let me know if you need help calculating the total cost for a specific shipment or verifying certifications.
✅ Customs Classification & Tariff Analysis for Long Staple Cotton Fiber (28.575–34.925 mm) for Sewing
📦 Product Description:
- Material: Long staple cotton fiber (not carded or combed)
- Staple Length: 28.575 mm (1-1/8 inches) or more, but under 34.925 mm (1-3/8 inches)
- Usage: For sewing
🧾 HS Code Classification:
Option 1:
- HS Code:
5201.00.38.00 - Description: Cotton, not carded or combed: Having a staple length of 28.575 mm or more but under 34.925 mm: Other: Other
- Base Tariff Rate: 31.4¢/kg
- Additional Tariff (25.0%): 25.0% of the value
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0% of the value
- Total Effective Tariff: 31.4¢/kg + 55.0% of the value
Option 2:
- HS Code:
5201.00.34.00 - Description: Cotton, not carded or combed: Having a staple length of 28.575 mm or more but under 34.925 mm: Other: Described in additional U.S. note 7 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions
- Base Tariff Rate: 4.4¢/kg
- Additional Tariff (25.0%): 25.0% of the value
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0% of the value
- Total Effective Tariff: 4.4¢/kg + 55.0% of the value
📉 Key Tax Rate Changes & Notes:
- Base Tariff:
- Option 1: 31.4¢/kg
- Option 2: 4.4¢/kg
-
Note: The base tariff is a fixed per-kilogram rate, not a percentage of the value.
-
Additional Tariff (25.0%):
- Applies to the value of the goods, not the base tariff.
-
This is a value-based duty, so it increases with the price of the product.
-
Special Tariff after April 11, 2025 (30.0%):
- This is an additional duty on top of the 25.0% rate.
- Total additional duty after April 11, 2025: 55.0% of the value.
⏰ Time-Sensitive Policy Alert:
- April 11, 2025:
- A 30.0% additional tariff will be imposed on top of the existing 25.0% duty.
- This will significantly increase the total effective tariff to 55.0% of the value.
🛠️ Proactive Advice for Importers:
- Verify Material Specifications:
-
Ensure the cotton fiber is not carded or combed and falls within the 28.575–34.925 mm staple length range.
-
Check Unit Price:
-
The base tariff is per kilogram, so the total cost will depend on the weight and value of the shipment.
-
Review Certification Requirements:
-
Confirm if any certifications (e.g., origin, sustainability, or compliance with U.S. Note 7) are required for the specific HS code.
-
Plan for Tariff Increases:
-
If importing after April 11, 2025, budget for a 55.0% duty on the value of the goods.
-
Consider HS Code Selection:
- If the product qualifies for 5201.00.34.00, it may be cheaper due to the lower base tariff (4.4¢/kg vs. 31.4¢/kg).
📌 Summary Table:
| HS Code | Base Tariff (¢/kg) | Additional Tariff (%) | Special Tariff after 2025.4.2 (%) | Total Effective Tariff (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5201.00.38.00 | 31.4 | 25.0 | 30.0 | 55.0 |
| 5201.00.34.00 | 4.4 | 25.0 | 30.0 | 55.0 |
Let me know if you need help calculating the total cost for a specific shipment or verifying certifications.
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