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
No Chapter 99 overlays are currently linked to this HS code.
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 5205
Direct children of HTS heading 5205. Drill in to see actual column rates.
- 5205.11Not exceeding 14 nm:
- 5205.12Exceeding 14 nm but not exceeding 43 nm:
- 5205.13Exceeding 43 nm but not exceeding 52 nm:
- 5205.14Exceeding 52 nm but not exceeding 80 nm:
- 5205.15Exceeding 80 nm:
- 5205.21.00Not exceeding 14 nm
- 5205.22.00Exceeding 14 nm but not exceeding 43 nm
- 5205.23.00Exceeding 43 nm but not exceeding 52 nm
- 5205.24.00Exceeding 52 nm but not exceeding 80 nm
- 5205.26.00Measuring less than 125 decitex but not less than 106.38 decitex (exceeding 80 metric number but not exceeding 94 metric number)
- 5205.27.00Measuring less than 106.38 decitex but not less than 83.33 decitex (exceeding 94 metric number but not exceeding 120 metric number)
- 5205.28.00Measuring less than 83.33 decitex (exceeding 120 metric number)
- 5205.31.00.00Not exceeding 14 nm per single yarn (300)
- 5205.32.00.00Exceeding 14 nm but not exceeding 43 nm per single yarn (300)
- 5205.33.00.00Exceeding 43 nm but not exceeding 52 nm per single yarn (300)
- 5205.34.00.00Exceeding 52 nm but not exceeding 80 nm per single yarn (300)
- 5205.35.00.00Exceeding 80 nm per single yarn (300)
- 5205.41.00Not exceeding 14 nm per single yarn
- 5205.42.00Exceeding 14 nm but not exceeding 43 nm per single yarn
- 5205.43.00Exceeding 43 nm but not exceeding 52 nm per single yarn
- 5205.44.00Exceeding 52 nm but not exceeding 80 nm per single yarn
- 5205.46.00Measuring per single yarn less than 125 decitex but not less than 106.38 decitex (exceeding 80 metric number but not exceeding 94 metric number)
- 5205.47.00Measuring per single yarn less than 106.38 decitex but not less than 83.33 decitex (exceeding 94 metric number but not exceeding 120 metric number)
- 5205.48.00Measuring per single yarn less than 83.33 decitex (exceeding 120 metric number)
§ FAQFrequently asked questions
- What is the US import duty for HTS 5205?
- HTS 5205 (Cotton yarn (other than sewing thread), containing 85 percent or more by weight of cotton, not put up for retail sale:) has a general (MFN) column rate of Free/—. No Chapter 99 overlays are currently linked to this line. Final duty is determined by CBP at entry.
- Does Section 301 or IEEPA tariff apply to HTS 5205?
- No Chapter 99 overlay is linked to this line in our current snapshot. That means no Section 301, IEEPA, or reciprocal additional duty is mechanically attached. Always double-check against the latest Federal Register for proclamations that may not yet be reflected in the HTS export.
- Do USMCA / free-trade rules of origin apply to HTS 5205?
- 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 5205?
- 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.