| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5208112090 | Doc | 62.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 5208118090 | Doc | 65.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 5208518090 | Doc | 67.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 5203005000 | Doc | 59.3% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 6001210000 | Doc | 64.8% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Here is the structured classification and tariff information for cotton cloth based on the provided HS codes and details:
✅ HS CODE: 5208112090
Product Description:
- Woven cotton cloth with cotton content of 85% or more
- Weight not exceeding 200 g/m²
- Unbleached, plain weave, and with yarn count of 42 or lower (i.e., "gauze" or "muslin")
Tariff Summary:
- Base Tariff Rate: 7.0%
- Additional Tariff: 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Total Tax Rate: 62.0%
Key Notes:
- This code applies to gauze or muslin made of cotton with high cotton content and low yarn count.
- Verify the material composition and yarn count to ensure correct classification.
✅ HS CODE: 5208118090
Product Description:
- Woven cotton cloth with cotton content of 85% or more
- Weight not exceeding 200 g/m²
- Unbleached, plain weave, and with yarn count of 69 or higher
- Further classified as "gauze; gauze or thin weft cloth"
Tariff Summary:
- Base Tariff Rate: 10.5%
- Additional Tariff: 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Total Tax Rate: 65.5%
Key Notes:
- This code is for higher yarn count cotton gauze or thin weft cloth.
- Check the yarn count to avoid misclassification.
✅ HS CODE: 5208518090
Product Description:
- Clearly includes "gauze"
- Cotton gauze, meeting the HS code criteria
Tariff Summary:
- Base Tariff Rate: 12.5%
- Additional Tariff: 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Total Tax Rate: 67.5%
Key Notes:
- This code is specific to cotton gauze and may apply to more specialized products.
- Ensure the product is explicitly labeled as "gauze" for accurate classification.
✅ HS CODE: 5203005000
Product Description:
- Includes "cotton yarn" in the description
- Applies to cotton yarn used in the production of cotton cloth
Tariff Summary:
- Base Tariff Rate: 4.3%
- Additional Tariff: 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Total Tax Rate: 59.3%
Key Notes:
- This code is for cotton yarn, not finished cloth.
- Use this code only if the product is raw cotton yarn, not finished fabric.
✅ HS CODE: 6001210000
Product Description:
- Knitted or crocheted cotton pile fabric
- "Cotton flannel" or "cotton pile fabric" typically refers to knitted or crocheted cotton fabric with a pile surface
Tariff Summary:
- Base Tariff Rate: 9.8%
- Additional Tariff: 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Total Tax Rate: 64.8%
Key Notes:
- This code applies to knitted or crocheted cotton pile fabric, such as flannel.
- Confirm the fabric structure (e.g., pile surface) to ensure correct classification.
📌 Proactive Advice for Users:
- Verify the product's material composition (e.g., cotton content, yarn count, fabric structure).
- Check the unit price and product description to match the correct HS code.
- Confirm whether the product is raw yarn or finished fabric (e.g., 5203005000 vs. 5208112090).
- Check if any certifications are required (e.g., origin, environmental compliance).
- Be aware of the April 11, 2025, tariff increase and plan accordingly for cost estimation and compliance.
Let me know if you need help with certification requirements or customs documentation for any of these HS codes.