Harmonized System Codes • Schedule B • Harmonized Commodity Description

HS Code 99045226: Cotton, Not Carded or Combed, Staple Length 34.925 mm or Over

• Product Description: Cotton, not carded or combed, staple length 34.925 mm or over, falls under HS code 99045226. This refers to cotton fibers that have not undergone the process of carding or combing, resulting in a rougher texture compared to carded or combed cotton. The staple length of this cotton is 34.925 mm or longer, indicating the length of the individual cotton fibers.
• Value Safeguard Period: The cotton under HS code 99045226 is entered into a value safeguard period, with a price range of $0.80 to $1.099 per kilogram. This period protects the domestic market by imposing specific duties or restrictions on imported goods that fall within this category.
• Bound / MFN Duty Rate: The bound / MFN (Most Favored Nation) duty rate for cotton under HS code 99045226 is 52.3 cents per kilogram. This duty rate applies every time a country lowers a trade barrier or opens up a market. It ensures that any trade barrier reduction or market opening benefits all trading partners equally in terms of goods or services.
• Quantity Unit: The quantity unit for cotton under HS code 99045226 is kilograms (KG). This means that the weight or amount of cotton being imported or exported is measured in kilograms.

Special Tariff Preference Programs

Special tariff preference programs may apply to cotton imports under HS code 99045226. These programs provide preferential treatment in terms of reduced or eliminated duties for eligible products from specific countries. The United States offers various special tariff preference programs to promote trade with certain countries or regions.

Importing US States

When importing cotton under HS code 99045226 into the United States, the specific state of importation can play a role in regulations, taxes, and other requirements. It is important for importers to familiarize themselves with the regulations of the state they are importing into to ensure compliance with all applicable laws.

Exporting US States

Similarly, when exporting cotton under HS code 99045226 from the United States, the specific state of exportation may have its own regulations and requirements. Exporters should be aware of any export controls, documentation, or licenses that may be necessary based on the state they are exporting from.

HS code 99045226 refers to cotton that is not carded or combed, with a staple length of 34.925 mm or over. It is subject to a value safeguard period with a specified price range. The bound / MFN duty rate for this cotton is 52.3 cents per kilogram. Understanding the regulations and requirements of importing and exporting states is crucial for businesses involved in the trade of cotton under this HS code.