What is the US import duty for HTS 5202?

HTS 5202 (Cotton waste (including yarn waste and garnetted stock):) has a general (MFN) column rate of Free/—, plus 4 active Chapter 99 overlay(s) that may apply depending on origin (for example, Section 301 or IEEPA actions). Final duty is determined by CBP at entry.

Which Chapter 99 rules are currently linked to HTS 5202?

The following rules are attached in our snapshot: 9903.52.00 (other), 9903.52.26 (other), 9904.52.35 (other), 9904.52.50 (other) — other. Each rule has its own country scope and effective dates — check the rule detail on this page for the additional rate and status before applying it to your shipment.

Do USMCA / free-trade rules of origin apply to HTS 5202?

Textiles and apparel (Chapters 50–63) have yarn-forward and fabric-forward rules of origin under USMCA and most other FTAs. Meeting the tariff-shift alone is typically not enough — confirm the fiber / yarn / fabric origin chain before claiming the preferential rate.

How do I compare duty from different countries for HTS 5202?

Use the origin compare view to evaluate this HS code against alternative countries. The calculator applies each country-specific Chapter 99 overlay and the appropriate column rate.

Is this the binding duty determination?

No. This page is a reference built on USITC + Federal Register open data. The binding classification and duty amount is determined by CBP at entry. AD/CVD and product-specific exclusions require separate review.

HTS 5202 — Cotton waste (including yarn waste and garnetted stock):

Name: HTS 5202 — Cotton waste (including yarn waste and garnetted stock):
Creator: Duty
Published: 2026-04-24T06:26:44Z
License: https://www.usitc.gov/terms_use.htm

Base tariff columnsBase tariff columns

Column rates from the USITC HTS export. The column that applies depends on origin and trade-program eligibility.

General (MFN)	Free
Special	—
Other (Column 2)	—

Official source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule. Duty at entry is determined by US Customs and Border Protection (CBP). AD/CVD and product-specific exclusions are not evaluated by default.

Chapter 99 overlaysChapter 99 overlays

9903.52.00 other +0% active

Purchased and entered pursuant to the Secretary of Agriculture's Special Limited Global Import Quota Announcement
9903.52.26 other +0% active

Purchased and entered pursuant to the Secretary of Agriculture's Special Cotton Import Quota Announcement Number 26
9904.52.35 other +0% active

Valued less than $1.20/kg
9904.52.50 other +0% active

If entered during the effective period of safeguards based upon quantity announced by the Secretary of Agriculture

Sample duty by originSample duty by origin

Illustrative calculation at USD 10,000 customs value, standard (non-preferential) claim. Chapter 99 additional duties applied where status is active.

Origin	Base rate	Chapter 99	Total rate	Duty (USD)
China (CN)	0%	0%	0%	$0.00
Vietnam (VN)	0%	0%	0%	$0.00
Mexico (MX)	0%	0%	0%	$0.00
India (IN)	0%	0%	0%	$0.00
South Korea (KR)	0%	0%	0%	$0.00

§ RELATED ENTRIESAll subheadings under HTS 5202

Direct children of HTS heading 5202. Drill in to see actual column rates.

5202.10.00.00Yarn waste (including thread waste)

§ FAQFrequently asked questions

What is the US import duty for HTS 5202?: HTS 5202 (Cotton waste (including yarn waste and garnetted stock):) has a general (MFN) column rate of Free/—, plus 4 active Chapter 99 overlay(s) that may apply depending on origin (for example, Section 301 or IEEPA actions). Final duty is determined by CBP at entry.
Which Chapter 99 rules are currently linked to HTS 5202?: The following rules are attached in our snapshot: 9903.52.00 (other), 9903.52.26 (other), 9904.52.35 (other), 9904.52.50 (other) — other. Each rule has its own country scope and effective dates — check the rule detail on this page for the additional rate and status before applying it to your shipment.
Do USMCA / free-trade rules of origin apply to HTS 5202?: Textiles and apparel (Chapters 50–63) have yarn-forward and fabric-forward rules of origin under USMCA and most other FTAs. Meeting the tariff-shift alone is typically not enough — confirm the fiber / yarn / fabric origin chain before claiming the preferential rate.
How do I compare duty from different countries for HTS 5202?: Use the origin compare view to evaluate this HS code against alternative countries. The calculator applies each country-specific Chapter 99 overlay and the appropriate column rate.
Is this the binding duty determination?: No. This page is a reference built on USITC + Federal Register open data. The binding classification and duty amount is determined by CBP at entry. AD/CVD and product-specific exclusions require separate review.