HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5203001000 | Doc | 60.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
5203000500 | Doc | 60.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
5201001800 | Doc | 31.4¢/kg+55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
5201001400 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
5201001200 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |




Product Name: Short Staple Cotton Fibers
Classification: HS Code (Harmonized System Code) for cotton fibers and raw cotton, depending on processing stage and fiber length.
🔍 HS Code Classification Overview
Below are the relevant HS codes and their associated tariff details for short staple cotton fibers:
📌 HS Code: 5203001000
Description: Unspun cotton fibers
Total Tax Rate: 60.0%
Tariff Breakdown:
- Base Tariff: 5.0%
- Additional Tariff: 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
Note: This code applies to unspun cotton fibers, not raw cotton.
📌 HS Code: 5203000500
Description: Unspun cotton fibers
Total Tax Rate: 60.0%
Tariff Breakdown:
- Base Tariff: 5.0%
- Additional Tariff: 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
Note: Same as 5203001000, but may differ in specific product attributes or origin.
📌 HS Code: 5201001800
Description: Unscoured or uncarded cotton, with fiber length <28.575 mm, and other types
Total Tax Rate: 31.4¢/kg + 55.0%
Tariff Breakdown:
- Base Tariff: 31.4¢/kg (specific duty)
- Additional Tariff: 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
Note: This code includes raw cotton with specific fiber length and processing status.
📌 HS Code: 5201001400
Description: Unscoured or uncarded cotton, with fiber length <28.575 mm
Total Tax Rate: 55.0%
Tariff Breakdown:
- Base Tariff: 0.0%
- Additional Tariff: 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
Note: This code applies to raw cotton with fiber length under 28.575 mm.
📌 HS Code: 5201001200
Description: Unbleached or unscoured cotton
Total Tax Rate: 55.0%
Tariff Breakdown:
- Base Tariff: 0.0%
- Additional Tariff: 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
Note: This code applies to raw cotton that has not been bleached or scoured.
⚠️ Important Notes and Recommendations
- April 11, 2025 Special Tariff: A 30.0% additional tariff will be applied to all the above HS codes after April 11, 2025. This is a time-sensitive policy and must be accounted for in cost estimation and customs planning.
- Certifications Required: Ensure that the cotton fibers meet the required standards (e.g., fiber length, processing stage) to qualify for the correct HS code.
- Unit Price Verification: For codes with specific duties (e.g., 5201001800), verify the unit price in USD/kg to calculate the correct duty amount.
- Documentation: Maintain proper documentation (e.g., certificates of origin, fiber length reports) to support the classification and avoid penalties.
✅ Proactive Advice
- Confirm Product Specifications: Verify the fiber length, processing stage, and whether the cotton is spun or unspun.
- Check for Additional Tariffs: Be aware of the 30.0% special tariff after April 11, 2025, and factor it into your import cost calculations.
- Consult Customs Broker: For complex classifications or large shipments, consider consulting a customs broker or compliance expert.
Let me know if you need help determining the correct HS code for your specific product.
Product Name: Short Staple Cotton Fibers
Classification: HS Code (Harmonized System Code) for cotton fibers and raw cotton, depending on processing stage and fiber length.
🔍 HS Code Classification Overview
Below are the relevant HS codes and their associated tariff details for short staple cotton fibers:
📌 HS Code: 5203001000
Description: Unspun cotton fibers
Total Tax Rate: 60.0%
Tariff Breakdown:
- Base Tariff: 5.0%
- Additional Tariff: 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
Note: This code applies to unspun cotton fibers, not raw cotton.
📌 HS Code: 5203000500
Description: Unspun cotton fibers
Total Tax Rate: 60.0%
Tariff Breakdown:
- Base Tariff: 5.0%
- Additional Tariff: 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
Note: Same as 5203001000, but may differ in specific product attributes or origin.
📌 HS Code: 5201001800
Description: Unscoured or uncarded cotton, with fiber length <28.575 mm, and other types
Total Tax Rate: 31.4¢/kg + 55.0%
Tariff Breakdown:
- Base Tariff: 31.4¢/kg (specific duty)
- Additional Tariff: 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
Note: This code includes raw cotton with specific fiber length and processing status.
📌 HS Code: 5201001400
Description: Unscoured or uncarded cotton, with fiber length <28.575 mm
Total Tax Rate: 55.0%
Tariff Breakdown:
- Base Tariff: 0.0%
- Additional Tariff: 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
Note: This code applies to raw cotton with fiber length under 28.575 mm.
📌 HS Code: 5201001200
Description: Unbleached or unscoured cotton
Total Tax Rate: 55.0%
Tariff Breakdown:
- Base Tariff: 0.0%
- Additional Tariff: 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
Note: This code applies to raw cotton that has not been bleached or scoured.
⚠️ Important Notes and Recommendations
- April 11, 2025 Special Tariff: A 30.0% additional tariff will be applied to all the above HS codes after April 11, 2025. This is a time-sensitive policy and must be accounted for in cost estimation and customs planning.
- Certifications Required: Ensure that the cotton fibers meet the required standards (e.g., fiber length, processing stage) to qualify for the correct HS code.
- Unit Price Verification: For codes with specific duties (e.g., 5201001800), verify the unit price in USD/kg to calculate the correct duty amount.
- Documentation: Maintain proper documentation (e.g., certificates of origin, fiber length reports) to support the classification and avoid penalties.
✅ Proactive Advice
- Confirm Product Specifications: Verify the fiber length, processing stage, and whether the cotton is spun or unspun.
- Check for Additional Tariffs: Be aware of the 30.0% special tariff after April 11, 2025, and factor it into your import cost calculations.
- Consult Customs Broker: For complex classifications or large shipments, consider consulting a customs broker or compliance expert.
Let me know if you need help determining the correct HS code for your specific product.
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