HTS 5206.23.00.00: US import duty from China
Cotton yarn (other than sewing thread), containing less than 85 percent by weight of cotton, not put up for retail sale, Single yarn, of combed fibers, Exceeding 43 nm but not exceeding 52 nm (301). Here is the full China to US duty stack and what it costs to land.
Duty rate & fees
| Charge | Rate |
|---|---|
| Base duty (MFN) | 9.2% |
| Section 301 (Lists 1-4) | 25% |
| Total duty (on customs value) | 34.2% |
| 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) | $920.00 |
| Section 301 (Lists 1-4) | $2,500.00 |
| Merchandise Processing Fee | $34.64 |
| Harbor Maintenance Fee | $12.50 |
| Total landed cost | $13,467.14 |
Excludes freight and insurance. Run your exact numbers in the calculator →
FAQ
What is the import duty on HTS 5206.23.00.00 from China?
Goods classified under HTS 5206.23.00.00 (Cotton yarn (other than sewing thread), containing less than 85 percent by weight of cotton, not put up for retail sale, Single yarn, of combed fibers, Exceeding 43 nm but not exceeding 52 nm (301)) have a duty of 34.2% 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 5206.23.00.00 cover?
Cotton yarn (other than sewing thread), containing less than 85 percent by weight of cotton, not put up for retail sale, Single yarn, of combed fibers, Exceeding 43 nm but not exceeding 52 nm (301). US Customs and Border Protection determines the final classification at entry.
How much does it cost to import HTS 5206.23.00.00 from China?
On a $10,000 shipment, the estimated total landed cost is $13,467, about 34.7% in duty and fees. Use the calculator for your exact value, quantity, and shipping mode.
Related codes in heading 5206
- 5206.11.00.00Cotton yarn (other than sewing thread), containing less than 85 percent by weight of cotton, not put up for retail sale, Single yarn, of uncombed fibers, Not exceeding 14 nm (300)
- 5206.12.00.00Cotton yarn (other than sewing thread), containing less than 85 percent by weight of cotton, not put up for retail sale, Single yarn, of uncombed fibers, Exceeding 14 nm but not exceeding 43 nm (300)
- 5206.13.00.00Cotton yarn (other than sewing thread), containing less than 85 percent by weight of cotton, not put up for retail sale, Single yarn, of uncombed fibers, Exceeding 43 nm but not exceeding 52 nm (300)
- 5206.14.00.00Cotton yarn (other than sewing thread), containing less than 85 percent by weight of cotton, not put up for retail sale, Single yarn, of uncombed fibers, Exceeding 52 nm but not exceeding 80 nm (300)
- 5206.15.00.00Cotton yarn (other than sewing thread), containing less than 85 percent by weight of cotton, not put up for retail sale, Single yarn, of uncombed fibers, Exceeding 80 nm (300)
- 5206.21.00.00Cotton yarn (other than sewing thread), containing less than 85 percent by weight of cotton, not put up for retail sale, Single yarn, of combed fibers, Not exceeding 14 nm (301)
- 5206.22.00.00Cotton yarn (other than sewing thread), containing less than 85 percent by weight of cotton, not put up for retail sale, Single yarn, of combed fibers, Exceeding 14 nm but not exceeding 43 nm (301)
- 5206.24.00.00Cotton yarn (other than sewing thread), containing less than 85 percent by weight of cotton, not put up for retail sale, Single yarn, of combed fibers, Exceeding 52 nm but not exceeding 80 nm (301)
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.