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U.S. imports of cotton, carded or combed (HS 520300) totaled $792K in April 2026, traded with 13 countries.
Importers of Cotton, Carded or Combed paid $190K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 26% on $743K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Cotton, Carded or Combed imports of $792K in April 2026 ran 25% above the year-to-date monthly average of $633K.
Last updated: April 2026 dataCarded or combed cotton represents a semi-processed fiber stage — cleaned, parallelized, and ready for spinning — that sits between raw cotton and yarn in the textile supply chain. The US schedule distinguishes fibers processed but not yet spun under Additional Note 10 (5203001000) from other unspun processed fibers (5203003000) and a general NESOI line (5203005000). Pakistan and Turkey are the leading US suppliers, reflecting their integrated spinning industries that export fiber at this intermediate stage. Importers should confirm whether the material meets the "not spun" criterion, as any twist formation would shift classification toward cotton yarn headings.
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Cotton sliver and roving are intermediate forms produced during spinning preparation — the fibers have been carded or combed and drawn into a continuous strand but have not yet received the twist that defines yarn. These forms generally classify under heading 5203 as carded or combed cotton not yet spun, provided no significant twist has been imparted. If twist is present, the material may instead classify as cotton yarn under Chapter 52 yarn headings. A technical description of the twist-per-meter measurement is useful supporting documentation.
Additional Note 10 to Chapter 52 defines specific technical parameters — typically related to fiber preparation method or end-use certification — that qualify certain carded or combed cotton for the dedicated line 5203001000. Cotton that has been carded or combed but does not meet those note criteria falls into 5203003000 or the NESOI line 5203005000. Importers should review the Chapter 52 Additional Notes in the current HTS and consult a licensed customs broker to determine which line applies to their specific product.
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Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5203003000 | COTT, CARDED OR COMBED, FIBERS PROCS NOT SPUN, OTH | $729K | 25.84% | $188K |
| 5203005000 | COTTON, CARDED OR COMBED, NESOI | $62K | 14.31% | $2K |
| 5203001000 | COTT, CD/CM, FIBERS PROCS NOT SPUN, ADD'L NOTE 10 | $0 | -- | -- |
COTT, CARDED OR COMBED, FIBERS PROCS NOT SPUN, OTH
COTTON, CARDED OR COMBED, NESOI
COTT, CD/CM, FIBERS PROCS NOT SPUN, ADD'L NOTE 10
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 5203000000 | COTTON, CARDED OR COMBED | $824K |
COTTON, CARDED OR COMBED
197.6K kg
WOV COT FAB, PR PL WV NUN 85% COT OV100NOV200G/M2
HS 520852
COTTON YARN (N SWG THD) RETAIL SALE 85% OR > WT CO
HS 520710
WOVEN COTTON FABRICS, DENIM, 85% COT OVER 200 G/M2
HS 520942
WOV COT FAB, DYE PL W NUN 85% COT OV100NOV200G/M2
HS 520832
WOV COT FAB, UNBL PL WV UN85%COT MMF NOV200G/M2
HS 521011
WOV COT FAB, DENIM, UN 85% COT MMF OVER 200 G/M2
HS 521142
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | $778K | $199K | -$579K |
| Virginia | -- | $192K | +$192K |
| South Carolina | -- | $127K | +$127K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| NORFOLK-NEWPORT NEWS, VA | $729K | $192K | -$538K |
| LAREDO, TX | -- | $246K | +$246K |
| CHARLESTON, SC | -- | $115K | +$115K |