5201.00.18.00Cotton, not carded or combed
Also written 5201001800 and 5201.00.1800
HTS Code 5201.00.18.00 covers any article best defined as Textile and Textile ArticlesCottonCotton, not carded or combed:Having a staple length under 28.575 mm (1-1/8 inches):Other:Other in the Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of cotton, not carded or combed (HTS 5201.00.18.00) from China pay the 31.4¢/kg base rate plus 37.5% in additional tariffs: Section 301 – China (25%) and Section 301 – Forced Labor (12.5%).
Estimated Duty on 5201.00.18.00
$10,000.00 by ocean, entered Oct 26, 2026 · 1,000 units
- Total duty
- 40.64%
- $4,064.00 on this shipment
- Fees
- 0.47%
- MPF + HMF · $47.14
- Duty + fees
- 41.11%
- Payable to CBP
- Landed cost
- $14,111.14
- On $10,000.00 customs value
- Base duty3.14%
- Section 301 – China25%
- Section 301 – Forced Labor12.5%
- Customs fees0.47%
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Base Duty Rates for 5201.00.18.00
From the Harmonized Tariff Schedule
- General Rate of Duty
- 31.4¢/kg
- Special Rate of Duty
- Free
- A+AUBHCLCOJOKRMAOMPPAPESSG
- Column 2 (Non-NTR)
- 36.9¢/kg
- Units of Quantity
- kg
- China31.4¢/kg + 37.5%
- Mexico31.4¢/kg + 10%
- Canada31.4¢/kg + 10%
- Vietnam31.4¢/kg + 12.5%
- Germany31.4¢/kg + 6.86%
US Import Duty on HTS 5201.00.18.00 by Country of Origin
As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of cotton, not carded or combed (HTS 5201.00.18.00) from China pay the 31.4¢/kg base rate plus 37.5% in additional tariffs: Section 301 – China (25%) and Section 301 – Forced Labor (12.5%).
| Country of origin | Base rate | Additional tariffs | Total duty |
|---|---|---|---|
| China | 31.4¢/kg |
| 31.4¢/kg + 37.5% |
| Mexico | 31.4¢/kg |
| 31.4¢/kg + 10%0% with USMCA |
| Canada | 31.4¢/kg |
| 31.4¢/kg + 10%0% with USMCA |
| Vietnam | 31.4¢/kg |
| 31.4¢/kg + 12.5% |
| Germany | 31.4¢/kg |
| 31.4¢/kg + 6.86% |
| Japan | 31.4¢/kg |
| 31.4¢/kg + 9.36% |
| South Korea | 31.4¢/kg |
| 31.4¢/kg + 9.36% |
| Taiwan | 31.4¢/kg |
| 31.4¢/kg + 6.86% |
| India | 31.4¢/kg |
| 31.4¢/kg + 10% |
| Ireland | 31.4¢/kg |
| 31.4¢/kg + 6.86% |
| Italy | 31.4¢/kg |
| 31.4¢/kg + 6.86% |
| Switzerland | 31.4¢/kg |
| 31.4¢/kg + 9.36% |
| Thailand | 31.4¢/kg |
| 31.4¢/kg + 12.5% |
| Malaysia | 31.4¢/kg |
| 31.4¢/kg + 10% |
| United Kingdom | 31.4¢/kg |
| 31.4¢/kg + 10% |
| France | 31.4¢/kg |
| 31.4¢/kg + 6.86% |
| Indonesia | 31.4¢/kg |
| 31.4¢/kg + 10% |
| Brazil | 31.4¢/kg |
| 31.4¢/kg + 37.5% |
| Bangladesh | 31.4¢/kg |
| 31.4¢/kg + 10% |
| Cambodia | 31.4¢/kg |
| 31.4¢/kg + 10% |
Duty from each country, in words
- As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of cotton, not carded or combed (HTS 5201.00.18.00) from China pay the 31.4¢/kg base rate plus 37.5% in additional tariffs: Section 301 – China (25%) and Section 301 – Forced Labor (12.5%).
- As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of cotton, not carded or combed (HTS 5201.00.18.00) from Mexico pay the 31.4¢/kg base rate plus 10% in additional tariffs: Section 301 – Forced Labor (10%). With USMCA, qualifying goods pay 0%.
- As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of cotton, not carded or combed (HTS 5201.00.18.00) from Canada pay the 31.4¢/kg base rate plus 10% in additional tariffs: Section 301 – Forced Labor (10%). With USMCA, qualifying goods pay 0%.
- As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of cotton, not carded or combed (HTS 5201.00.18.00) from Vietnam pay the 31.4¢/kg base rate plus 12.5% in additional tariffs: Section 301 – Forced Labor (12.5%).
- As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of cotton, not carded or combed (HTS 5201.00.18.00) from Germany pay the 31.4¢/kg base rate plus 6.86% in additional tariffs: Section 301 – Forced Labor (6.86%).
- As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of cotton, not carded or combed (HTS 5201.00.18.00) from Japan pay the 31.4¢/kg base rate plus 9.36% in additional tariffs: Section 301 – Forced Labor (9.36%).
- As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of cotton, not carded or combed (HTS 5201.00.18.00) from South Korea pay the 31.4¢/kg base rate plus 9.36% in additional tariffs: Section 301 – Forced Labor (9.36%).
- As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of cotton, not carded or combed (HTS 5201.00.18.00) from Taiwan pay the 31.4¢/kg base rate plus 6.86% in additional tariffs: Section 301 – Forced Labor (6.86%).
- As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of cotton, not carded or combed (HTS 5201.00.18.00) from India pay the 31.4¢/kg base rate plus 10% in additional tariffs: Section 301 – Forced Labor (10%).
- As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of cotton, not carded or combed (HTS 5201.00.18.00) from Ireland pay the 31.4¢/kg base rate plus 6.86% in additional tariffs: Section 301 – Forced Labor (6.86%).
- As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of cotton, not carded or combed (HTS 5201.00.18.00) from Italy pay the 31.4¢/kg base rate plus 6.86% in additional tariffs: Section 301 – Forced Labor (6.86%).
- As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of cotton, not carded or combed (HTS 5201.00.18.00) from Switzerland pay the 31.4¢/kg base rate plus 9.36% in additional tariffs: Section 301 – Forced Labor (9.36%).
- As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of cotton, not carded or combed (HTS 5201.00.18.00) from Thailand pay the 31.4¢/kg base rate plus 12.5% in additional tariffs: Section 301 – Forced Labor (12.5%).
- As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of cotton, not carded or combed (HTS 5201.00.18.00) from Malaysia pay the 31.4¢/kg base rate plus 10% in additional tariffs: Section 301 – Forced Labor (10%).
- As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of cotton, not carded or combed (HTS 5201.00.18.00) from United Kingdom pay the 31.4¢/kg base rate plus 10% in additional tariffs: Section 301 – Forced Labor (10%).
- As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of cotton, not carded or combed (HTS 5201.00.18.00) from France pay the 31.4¢/kg base rate plus 6.86% in additional tariffs: Section 301 – Forced Labor (6.86%).
- As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of cotton, not carded or combed (HTS 5201.00.18.00) from Indonesia pay the 31.4¢/kg base rate plus 10% in additional tariffs: Section 301 – Forced Labor (10%).
- As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of cotton, not carded or combed (HTS 5201.00.18.00) from Brazil pay the 31.4¢/kg base rate plus 37.5% in additional tariffs: Section 301 – Brazil (25%) and Section 301 – Forced Labor (12.5%).
- As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of cotton, not carded or combed (HTS 5201.00.18.00) from Bangladesh pay the 31.4¢/kg base rate plus 10% in additional tariffs: Section 301 – Forced Labor (10%).
- As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of cotton, not carded or combed (HTS 5201.00.18.00) from Cambodia pay the 31.4¢/kg base rate plus 10% in additional tariffs: Section 301 – Forced Labor (10%).
Duties on goods entered Oct 26, 2026 at the general rate (Column 2 where it applies), with tariff data verified through 2026 HTS Revision 20. Totals are before customs fees (MPF, HMF) and any antidumping or countervailing duties (AD/CVD); with a free account, the calculator checks the AD/CVD cases that may cover your import. Some tariffs and exemptions depend on details such as metal content or end use, which the calculator asks about. See US tariffs for every country.
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Top Origins: Countries the US Imports HTS 5201.00.18.00 From
In 2025 the US imported $33K of cotton, not carded or combed (HTS 5201.00.18.00), down 27% on 2024, mostly from Turkey (61%), United Kingdom (18%) and Germany (6%). Each country's total duty today is shown beside its imports.
| Country of origin | US imports, 2025 | Share | vs 2024 | Total duty today |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $20K | 61% | New | 31.4¢/kg + 12.5% |
| United Kingdom | $6K | 18% | New | 31.4¢/kg + 10% |
| Germany | $2K | 6% | 85% | 31.4¢/kg + 6.86% |
| Italy | $2K | 6% | 75% | 31.4¢/kg + 6.86% |
| China | $1K | 3% | 95% | 31.4¢/kg + 37.5% |
| Japan | $1K | 3% | 80% | 31.4¢/kg + 9.36% |
| Malaysia | $1K | 3% | New | 31.4¢/kg + 10% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, general imports. Duty on a $10,000 ocean shipment entered today, before customs fees. This product uses the Census Bureau Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.
Relevant HTS Notes
Official USITC notes that may affect classification under HTS 5201.00.18.00.
Related CROSS Rulings for HTS 5201.00.18.00
CBP classification rulings related to 5201.00.18.00. Open a ruling to read how Customs classified a similar product.
The tariff classification of raw cotton fibers of U.S. origin, reimported from Mexico without having been advanced in value or improved in condition while abroad
Decision on Application for Further Review of Protest No. 1601-96-100076; subheading 5201.00.18, HTSUS; cotton, not carded or combed; Additional U.S. Note 5 to Chapter 52; subheading 9904.52.08, HTSUS; U.S. Note 1 to Subchapter IV of Chapter 99
The tariff classification of cotton fiber from Peru
The tariff classification of upland cotton from Turkey and status under the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) of tampons made from that cotton in Canada; Article 509
What does HTS code 5201.00.18.00 cover?
HTS code 5201.00.18.00 covers cotton, not carded or combed (Other), classified under Chapter 52 (Cotton) in the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule. The general duty rate is 31.4¢/kg.
What is the duty rate for HTS 5201.00.18.00?
The general (Column 1) rate of duty for HTS 5201.00.18.00 is 31.4¢/kg. Goods that qualify for a trade program can enter at the special rate: Free (A+,AU,BH,CL,CO,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG). The Column 2 rate, for countries without normal trade relations, is 36.9¢/kg. Additional Chapter 99 tariffs, such as Section 301 and Section 232, can apply on top depending on the country of origin.
What is the US tariff on cotton, not carded or combed (HTS 5201.00.18.00) from China?
As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of cotton, not carded or combed (HTS 5201.00.18.00) from China pay the 31.4¢/kg base rate plus 37.5% in additional tariffs: Section 301 – China (25%) and Section 301 – Forced Labor (12.5%).
What is the US tariff on cotton, not carded or combed (HTS 5201.00.18.00) from Vietnam?
As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of cotton, not carded or combed (HTS 5201.00.18.00) from Vietnam pay the 31.4¢/kg base rate plus 12.5% in additional tariffs: Section 301 – Forced Labor (12.5%).
What is the US tariff on cotton, not carded or combed (HTS 5201.00.18.00) from Mexico?
As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of cotton, not carded or combed (HTS 5201.00.18.00) from Mexico pay the 31.4¢/kg base rate plus 10% in additional tariffs: Section 301 – Forced Labor (10%). Goods that qualify for USMCA pay 0%.
Where does the US import HTS 5201.00.18.00 from?
In 2025 the US imported $33K of cotton, not carded or combed under HTS 5201.00.18.00, mostly from Turkey (61%), United Kingdom (18%) and Germany (6%), according to U.S. Census Bureau import data.
Primary Sources
The official documents behind the rates and tariffs on this page. Duties are worked out from them as of Revision 20 (2026); check the legal text before you file.
- USITCHarmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States: 5201.00.18.00, Revision 20 (2026)
- USITCHTS Chapter 52, with its notes (PDF)
- USITCHTS Section 11 notes, printed with Chapter 50 (PDF)
- Federal RegisterSection 301 – Forced Labor (9903.05.31 and 17 more): USTR, Notice of Actions in Section 301 Investigations (forced labor), 91 FR 47318
- Federal RegisterSection 301 – Brazil (9903.05.01): USTR notice, Notice of Action: Section 301 Investigation of Brazil's Acts, Policies, and Practices, 91 FR 45516 (FR Doc. 2026-14542)
- CBPCROSS classification rulings for 5201.00.18.00
- U.S. Census BureauU.S. general imports by HTS code and country