Cotton; not carded or combed

HS v2017 Code: 5201

About cotton; not carded or combed

HS code 5201 covers raw, unprocessed cotton that has not undergone carding or combing. Cotton is a vital natural fiber that is widely used in the textile industry, as well as in various other applications such as medical products and industrial materials. As a major agricultural commodity, the global cotton trade plays a significant role in the world economy, supporting the livelihoods of millions of farmers and contributing to the economic development of many countries.

Production process

The production of raw cotton involves several key steps. After harvesting, the cotton bolls are mechanically picked or hand-picked. The cotton is then processed through a gin, which separates the cotton fibers from the seeds and other plant matter. The cleaned cotton is then baled and prepared for export or further processing, such as spinning, weaving, or knitting.

Production inputs

The primary input for the production of raw cotton is the cotton plant itself. Cotton cultivation requires suitable climate conditions, fertile soil, and access to water resources. Additionally, farmers may utilize various agricultural inputs such as fertilizers, pesticides, and irrigation systems to optimize cotton yields. The harvesting and ginning processes also require specialized machinery and equipment.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 5201 is raw, unprocessed cotton fiber. This cotton is then consumed by various downstream industries, such as 5202 Cotton Waste, 5203 Cotton; carded or combed, and the broader textile manufacturing sector, which includes spinning, weaving, and knitting operations. The cotton produced under this code is an essential raw material for the production of a wide range of cotton-based products, from clothing and home textiles to industrial applications.

Family tree for cotton; not carded or combed

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/52'>52: Cotton</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/5201'>5201: Cotton; not carded or combed</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/5202'>5202: Cotton waste (including yarn waste and garnetted stock)</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/5203'>5203: Cotton, carded or combed</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/5204'>5204: Cotton sewing thread, whether or not put up for retail sale</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/5205'>5205: Cotton yarn (other than sewing thread), containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, not put up for retail sale</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/5206'>5206: Cotton yarn (other than sewing thread), containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, not put up for retail sale</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/5207'>5207: Cotton yarn (other than sewing thread), put up for retail sale</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/5208'>5208: Woven fabrics of cotton, containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, weighing not more than 200 g/m2</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/5209'>5209: Woven fabrics of cotton, containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, weighing more than 200g/m2</a>"]
A --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/5210'>5210: Woven fabrics of cotton, containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing not more than 200 g/m2</a>"]
A --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/5211'>5211: Woven fabrics of cotton, containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing more than 200g/m2</a>"]
A --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/5212'>5212: Other woven fabrics of cotton, n.e.c. in chapter 52</a>"]

    B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/520100'>520100: Cotton; not carded or combed</a>"]


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