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52

Official Chapter Guide

Cotton fabrics and products, including denim, poplin, and yarns, with specific quota limitations.

Tariff Landscape

Duty Status

Most items in this chapter are subject to specific duty rates; attention to quotas is critical.

Trade Implications

China-origin fabrics may be subject to Section 301 tariffs.

Risk Trends

Antidumping duties are rare but possible for specific fabric imports from particular countries.

Classification Strategy

Common Mistakes

Importers often misclassify due to misunderstanding of yarn numbers and fabric structures.

Complex Areas

Distinguishing between various types of weave (e.g., denim vs. sateens) is complex and error-prone.

Risk Areas

Proper classification requires exact understanding of cotton staple length variations and specific fabric definitions.

Legal Framework

Executive Summary

Exclusions

Non-WTO member products and certain Mexican-origin items are excluded from quantitative limitations.

Specific Definitions

  • Denim is defined by yarn color variations and twill type.
  • Staple length of cotton is determined by U.S. official standards.
  • Average yarn number for fabrics is key for tariff classification.

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