HTS 5201.00.18.00: US import duty from China
Cotton, not carded or combed, Having a staple length under 28.575 mm (1-1/8 inches), Other, Other. Here is the full China to US duty stack and what it costs to land.
Duty rate & fees
| Charge | Rate |
|---|---|
| Base duty (MFN) | 0% |
| Section 301 (Lists 1-4) | 25% |
| Total duty (on customs value) | 25% |
| 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) | $0.00 |
| Section 301 (Lists 1-4) | $2,500.00 |
| Merchandise Processing Fee | $34.64 |
| Harbor Maintenance Fee | $12.50 |
| Total landed cost | $12,547.14 |
Excludes freight and insurance. Run your exact numbers in the calculator →
FAQ
What is the import duty on HTS 5201.00.18.00 from China?
Goods classified under HTS 5201.00.18.00 (Cotton, not carded or combed, Having a staple length under 28.575 mm (1-1/8 inches), Other, Other) have a duty of 25% of the customs value on the China to US lane (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 does HTS code 5201.00.18.00 cover?
Cotton, not carded or combed, Having a staple length under 28.575 mm (1-1/8 inches), Other, Other. US Customs and Border Protection determines the final classification at entry.
How much does it cost to import HTS 5201.00.18.00 from China?
On a $10,000 shipment, the estimated total landed cost is $12,547, about 25.5% in duty and fees. Use the calculator for your exact value, quantity, and shipping mode.
Related codes in heading 5201
- 5201.00.05.00Cotton, not carded or combed, Having a staple length under 28.575 mm (1-1/8 inches), Harsh or rough, having a staple length under <il>19.05 mm</il> (3/4 inch)
- 5201.00.12.00Cotton, not carded or combed, Having a staple length under 28.575 mm (1-1/8 inches), Other, Described in general note 15 of the tariff schedule and entered pursuant to its provisions
- 5201.00.14.00Cotton, not carded or combed, Having a staple length under 28.575 mm (1-1/8 inches), Other, Described in additional U.S. note 5 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions
- 5201.00.22.00Cotton, not carded or combed, Having a staple length of 28.575 mm (1-1/8 inches) or more but under 34.925 mm (1-3/8 inches), Described in general note 15 of the tariff schedule and entered pursuant to its provisions
- 5201.00.24.00Cotton, not carded or combed, Having a staple length of 28.575 mm (1-1/8 inches) or more but under 34.925 mm (1-3/8 inches), Other, harsh or rough, having a staple length of 29.36875 mm (1-5/32 inches) or more and white in color (except cotton of perished staple, grabbots and cotton pickings), Described in additional U.S. note 6 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions
- 5201.00.28.00Cotton, not carded or combed, Having a staple length of 28.575 mm (1-1/8 inches) or more but under 34.925 mm (1-3/8 inches), Other, harsh or rough, having a staple length of 29.36875 mm (1-5/32 inches) or more and white in color (except cotton of perished staple, grabbots and cotton pickings), Other
- 5201.00.34.00Cotton, not carded or combed, Having a staple length of 28.575 mm (1-1/8 inches) or more but under 34.925 mm (1-3/8 inches), Other, Described in additional U.S. note 7 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions
- 5201.00.38.00Cotton, not carded or combed, Having a staple length of 28.575 mm (1-1/8 inches) or more but under 34.925 mm (1-3/8 inches), Other, Other
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.