| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5203000500 | Doc | 60.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 5203001000 | Doc | 60.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
✅ Customs Classification and Tariff Analysis for Short Staple Cotton (Blended) for Textile Use
Based on the provided product descriptions and HS codes, here is the structured analysis and guidance for customs compliance and tariff calculation:
📦 Product Classification Overview
- Product Type: Short staple cotton, carded or combed, processed but not spun.
- HS Code 1:
5203000500 - Description: Cotton, carded or combed, fibers processed but not spun, described in general note 15 of the tariff schedule.
- HS Code 2:
5203001000 - Description: Cotton, carded or combed, fibers processed but not spun, described in additional U.S. note 10 to this chapter.
Both HS codes fall under Chapter 52 of the Harmonized System, which covers Cotton.
📊 Tariff Breakdown (as of now)
📌 Base Tariff Rate
- 5.0% (applies to both HS codes)
📌 Additional Tariffs
- 25.0% (applies to both HS codes)
📌 Special Tariff After April 11, 2025
- 30.0% (applies to both HS codes)
📌 Total Tariff Rate
- 60.0% (5.0% + 25.0% + 30.0%)
⚠️ Note: The 30.0% additional tariff is only applicable after April 11, 2025. If your import is scheduled before this date, the total tariff will be 30.0% (5.0% + 25.0%).
📌 Anti-Dumping Duties (Not Applicable Here)
- No anti-dumping duties are currently applicable for cotton fibers under these HS codes.
📌 Proactive Compliance Actions
- Verify Material Specifications: Ensure the cotton is indeed carded or combed and not spun, as this is a key classification criterion.
- Check Unit Price and Certification: Confirm the unit price and whether any certifications (e.g., organic, fair trade) are required for import.
- Review Import Documentation: Ensure all documentation (e.g., commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin) aligns with the HS code and tariff classification.
- Monitor Tariff Changes: Stay updated on any changes in U.S. trade policies, especially regarding the April 11, 2025 tariff increase.
📌 Summary Table
| HS Code | Description | Base Tariff | Additional Tariff | Special Tariff (after 2025.4.11) | Total Tariff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5203000500 | General Note 15 | 5.0% | 25.0% | 30.0% | 60.0% |
| 5203001000 | U.S. Note 10 | 5.0% | 25.0% | 30.0% | 60.0% |
📞 Need Further Help?
If you need assistance with certification requirements, customs broker selection, or tariff calculation tools, feel free to ask.
✅ Customs Classification and Tariff Analysis for Short Staple Cotton (Blended) for Textile Use
Based on the provided product descriptions and HS codes, here is the structured analysis and guidance for customs compliance and tariff calculation:
📦 Product Classification Overview
- Product Type: Short staple cotton, carded or combed, processed but not spun.
- HS Code 1:
5203000500 - Description: Cotton, carded or combed, fibers processed but not spun, described in general note 15 of the tariff schedule.
- HS Code 2:
5203001000 - Description: Cotton, carded or combed, fibers processed but not spun, described in additional U.S. note 10 to this chapter.
Both HS codes fall under Chapter 52 of the Harmonized System, which covers Cotton.
📊 Tariff Breakdown (as of now)
📌 Base Tariff Rate
- 5.0% (applies to both HS codes)
📌 Additional Tariffs
- 25.0% (applies to both HS codes)
📌 Special Tariff After April 11, 2025
- 30.0% (applies to both HS codes)
📌 Total Tariff Rate
- 60.0% (5.0% + 25.0% + 30.0%)
⚠️ Note: The 30.0% additional tariff is only applicable after April 11, 2025. If your import is scheduled before this date, the total tariff will be 30.0% (5.0% + 25.0%).
📌 Anti-Dumping Duties (Not Applicable Here)
- No anti-dumping duties are currently applicable for cotton fibers under these HS codes.
📌 Proactive Compliance Actions
- Verify Material Specifications: Ensure the cotton is indeed carded or combed and not spun, as this is a key classification criterion.
- Check Unit Price and Certification: Confirm the unit price and whether any certifications (e.g., organic, fair trade) are required for import.
- Review Import Documentation: Ensure all documentation (e.g., commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin) aligns with the HS code and tariff classification.
- Monitor Tariff Changes: Stay updated on any changes in U.S. trade policies, especially regarding the April 11, 2025 tariff increase.
📌 Summary Table
| HS Code | Description | Base Tariff | Additional Tariff | Special Tariff (after 2025.4.11) | Total Tariff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5203000500 | General Note 15 | 5.0% | 25.0% | 30.0% | 60.0% |
| 5203001000 | U.S. Note 10 | 5.0% | 25.0% | 30.0% | 60.0% |
📞 Need Further Help?
If you need assistance with certification requirements, customs broker selection, or tariff calculation tools, feel free to ask.
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