Cotton Socks: US import duty from China
Cotton Socks imported from China is classified under HTS 6115.95.90.00. Here is the full duty stack on the China to US lane and what it costs to land.
Duty rate & fees
Panty hose, tights, stockings, socks and other hosiery, including graduated compression hosiery (for example, stockings for varicose veins) and footwear without applied soles, knitted or crocheted, Other, Of cotton, Other (332)
| Charge | Rate |
|---|---|
| Base duty (MFN) | 13.5% |
| Section 301 (Lists 1-4) | 7.5% |
| Total duty (on customs value) | 21% |
| Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF) | 0.3464% (min $33.58, max $651.50) |
| Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF), ocean | 0.125% |
Worked example: $10,000 shipment
| Customs value | $10,000.00 |
| Base duty (MFN) | $1,350.00 |
| Section 301 (Lists 1-4) | $750.00 |
| Merchandise Processing Fee | $34.64 |
| Harbor Maintenance Fee | $12.50 |
| Total landed cost | $12,147.14 |
Excludes freight and insurance. Run your exact numbers in the calculator →
FAQ
What is the import duty on cotton socks from China?
Cotton Socks is classified under HTS 6115.95.90.00. The duty works out to 21% of the customs value (base rate plus any Section 301 tariff), plus the Merchandise Processing Fee (0.3464%, min $33.58, max $651.50) and, for ocean shipments, the Harbor Maintenance Fee (0.125%).
What is the HTS code for cotton socks?
Cotton Socks is commonly classified under HTS 6115.95.90.00: Panty hose, tights, stockings, socks and other hosiery, including graduated compression hosiery (for example, stockings for varicose veins) and footwear without applied soles, knitted or crocheted, Other, Of cotton, Other (332). US Customs determines the final classification at entry.
How much does it cost to import cotton socks from China?
On a $10,000 shipment, the estimated total landed cost is $12,147, about 21.5% in duty and fees. Use the calculator for your exact value, quantity, and shipping mode.
Other products
Estimates for planning only. Final classification and duty are determined by U.S. Customs and Border Protection at entry. Rates from USITC HTSUS 2026-06-15-cn-us. The IEEPA reciprocal tariff was struck down (SCOTUS, 2026-02-20) and is excluded. Not legal or customs-broker advice.