| 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 |
| 5203000500 | Doc | 60.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 5203001000 | Doc | 60.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3005901000 | Doc | 30.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3005905090 | Doc | 30.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
✅ Customs Compliance Analysis for Medical Grade Long Staple Cotton (28.575–34.925 mm)
🔍 Product Classification Overview
You have provided six different HS codes and their associated tariff details. Based on your product description — "Medical Grade Long Staple Cotton (28.575–34.925 mm)" — the most relevant HS codes are:
- HS Code 5201003800 and 5201003400 (for not carded or combed cotton with staple length in the specified range)
- HS Code 3005901000 and 3005905090 (for medical-grade cotton products such as bandages, gauze, etc.)
However, if the product is raw cotton (not processed into medical products), then HS Code 5201003800 or 5201003400 would be the correct classification.
📦 HS Code 5201003800
Description:
Cotton, not carded or combed, with a staple length of 28.575 mm (1-1/8 inches) or more but under 34.925 mm (1-3/8 inches), Other: Other
Tariff Details:
- Base Tariff Rate: 31.4¢/kg
- Additional Tariff: 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Total Tariff: 31.4¢/kg + 55.0%
📦 HS Code 5201003400
Description:
Cotton, not carded or combed, with a staple length of 28.575 mm (1-1/8 inches) or more but under 34.925 mm (1-3/8 inches), Other: Described in additional U.S. note 7
Tariff Details:
- Base Tariff Rate: 4.4¢/kg
- Additional Tariff: 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Total Tariff: 4.4¢/kg + 55.0%
⚠️ Note: This code applies only if the product is described in U.S. Note 7 and entered accordingly. Verify this with your documentation.
📦 HS Code 5203000500 / 5203001000
Description:
Cotton, carded or combed, fibers processed but not spun, described in U.S. Notes 10 or 15
Tariff Details:
- Base Tariff Rate: 5.0%
- Additional Tariff: 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Total Tariff: 60.0%
⚠️ Note: These codes apply to processed cotton fibers, not raw cotton. If your product is carded or combed, this may be the correct classification.
🩹 HS Code 3005901000 / 3005905090
Description:
Medical-grade cotton products such as gauze, bandages, etc., impregnated or coated with pharmaceutical substances
Tariff Details:
- Base Tariff Rate: 0.0%
- Additional Tariff: 0.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Total Tariff: 30.0%
⚠️ Note: These codes apply to finished medical products, not raw cotton. If your product is processed into medical bandages or gauze, this may be the correct classification.
📌 Key Tariff Changes (April 11, 2025)
- All codes listed above will be subject to an additional 30.0% tariff after April 11, 2025.
- This is a time-sensitive policy and must be accounted for in costing and compliance planning.
🛠️ Proactive Compliance Advice
- Verify the product form: Is it raw cotton (HS 5201), processed fibers (HS 5203), or finished medical products (HS 3005)?
- Check the unit of measurement: Tariffs are often based on per kilogram, so ensure your weight and unit pricing are correctly documented.
- Review U.S. Notes: Codes like 5201003400 and 5203000500 require compliance with U.S. Notes 7 or 15, respectively.
- Medical certifications: If the product is for medical use, ensure it meets FDA or relevant regulatory standards.
- Documentation: Maintain certifications, processing records, and origin documentation to support HS code classification.
✅ Summary of Tax Rates (April 11, 2025 onwards)
| HS Code | Description | Base Tariff | Additional Tariff | Special Tariff (after 2025.4.11) | Total Tariff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5201003800 | Long staple cotton (not carded/combed) | 31.4¢/kg | 25.0% | 30.0% | 31.4¢/kg + 55.0% |
| 5201003400 | Long staple cotton (U.S. Note 7) | 4.4¢/kg | 25.0% | 30.0% | 4.4¢/kg + 55.0% |
| 5203000500 | Carded/combed cotton fibers (U.S. Note 15) | 5.0% | 25.0% | 30.0% | 60.0% |
| 5203001000 | Carded/combed cotton fibers (U.S. Note 10) | 5.0% | 25.0% | 30.0% | 60.0% |
| 3005901000 | Medical cotton products (pharmaceutical) | 0.0% | 0.0% | 30.0% | 30.0% |
| 3005905090 | Medical cotton products (other) | 0.0% | 0.0% | 30.0% | 30.0% |
📞 Next Steps for You
- Confirm the exact product form (raw, processed, or finished).
- Ensure U.S. Note compliance if using HS 5201003400 or 5203000500.
- Prepare certifications for medical use if applicable.
- Plan for the 30% additional tariff after April 11, 2025.
Let me know if you need help with certification requirements or customs documentation.
✅ Customs Compliance Analysis for Medical Grade Long Staple Cotton (28.575–34.925 mm)
🔍 Product Classification Overview
You have provided six different HS codes and their associated tariff details. Based on your product description — "Medical Grade Long Staple Cotton (28.575–34.925 mm)" — the most relevant HS codes are:
- HS Code 5201003800 and 5201003400 (for not carded or combed cotton with staple length in the specified range)
- HS Code 3005901000 and 3005905090 (for medical-grade cotton products such as bandages, gauze, etc.)
However, if the product is raw cotton (not processed into medical products), then HS Code 5201003800 or 5201003400 would be the correct classification.
📦 HS Code 5201003800
Description:
Cotton, not carded or combed, with a staple length of 28.575 mm (1-1/8 inches) or more but under 34.925 mm (1-3/8 inches), Other: Other
Tariff Details:
- Base Tariff Rate: 31.4¢/kg
- Additional Tariff: 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Total Tariff: 31.4¢/kg + 55.0%
📦 HS Code 5201003400
Description:
Cotton, not carded or combed, with a staple length of 28.575 mm (1-1/8 inches) or more but under 34.925 mm (1-3/8 inches), Other: Described in additional U.S. note 7
Tariff Details:
- Base Tariff Rate: 4.4¢/kg
- Additional Tariff: 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Total Tariff: 4.4¢/kg + 55.0%
⚠️ Note: This code applies only if the product is described in U.S. Note 7 and entered accordingly. Verify this with your documentation.
📦 HS Code 5203000500 / 5203001000
Description:
Cotton, carded or combed, fibers processed but not spun, described in U.S. Notes 10 or 15
Tariff Details:
- Base Tariff Rate: 5.0%
- Additional Tariff: 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Total Tariff: 60.0%
⚠️ Note: These codes apply to processed cotton fibers, not raw cotton. If your product is carded or combed, this may be the correct classification.
🩹 HS Code 3005901000 / 3005905090
Description:
Medical-grade cotton products such as gauze, bandages, etc., impregnated or coated with pharmaceutical substances
Tariff Details:
- Base Tariff Rate: 0.0%
- Additional Tariff: 0.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Total Tariff: 30.0%
⚠️ Note: These codes apply to finished medical products, not raw cotton. If your product is processed into medical bandages or gauze, this may be the correct classification.
📌 Key Tariff Changes (April 11, 2025)
- All codes listed above will be subject to an additional 30.0% tariff after April 11, 2025.
- This is a time-sensitive policy and must be accounted for in costing and compliance planning.
🛠️ Proactive Compliance Advice
- Verify the product form: Is it raw cotton (HS 5201), processed fibers (HS 5203), or finished medical products (HS 3005)?
- Check the unit of measurement: Tariffs are often based on per kilogram, so ensure your weight and unit pricing are correctly documented.
- Review U.S. Notes: Codes like 5201003400 and 5203000500 require compliance with U.S. Notes 7 or 15, respectively.
- Medical certifications: If the product is for medical use, ensure it meets FDA or relevant regulatory standards.
- Documentation: Maintain certifications, processing records, and origin documentation to support HS code classification.
✅ Summary of Tax Rates (April 11, 2025 onwards)
| HS Code | Description | Base Tariff | Additional Tariff | Special Tariff (after 2025.4.11) | Total Tariff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5201003800 | Long staple cotton (not carded/combed) | 31.4¢/kg | 25.0% | 30.0% | 31.4¢/kg + 55.0% |
| 5201003400 | Long staple cotton (U.S. Note 7) | 4.4¢/kg | 25.0% | 30.0% | 4.4¢/kg + 55.0% |
| 5203000500 | Carded/combed cotton fibers (U.S. Note 15) | 5.0% | 25.0% | 30.0% | 60.0% |
| 5203001000 | Carded/combed cotton fibers (U.S. Note 10) | 5.0% | 25.0% | 30.0% | 60.0% |
| 3005901000 | Medical cotton products (pharmaceutical) | 0.0% | 0.0% | 30.0% | 30.0% |
| 3005905090 | Medical cotton products (other) | 0.0% | 0.0% | 30.0% | 30.0% |
📞 Next Steps for You
- Confirm the exact product form (raw, processed, or finished).
- Ensure U.S. Note compliance if using HS 5201003400 or 5203000500.
- Prepare certifications for medical use if applicable.
- Plan for the 30% additional tariff after April 11, 2025.
Let me know if you need help with certification requirements or customs documentation.
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