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📦 Notwithstanding any other quantitative limitations on the importation of cotton, upland cotton, if accompanied by an original certificate of an official of a government agency of the country in which the cotton was produced attesting to the fact that the cotton is a variety of Gossypium hirsutum cotton, and a certification by the importer that such cotton was purchased not later that 90 days after the effective date of the Secretary of Agriculture's announcement of the quota, may be entered in conformity with the terms and conditions in U.S. note 6(a) of this subchapter in such quantities as specified in the determination and announcement by the Secretary of Agriculture in accordance with U.S. note 6(a)(i) during the 180-day period following the effective date of such determination and announcement
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United States to Spain Trade Analysis for Notwithstanding any other quantitative limitations on the importation of cotton, upland cotton, if accompanied by an original certificate of an official of a government agency of the country in which the cotton was produced attesting to the fact that the cotton is a variety of Gossypium hirsutum cotton, and a certification by the importer that such cotton was purchased not later that 90 days after the effective date of the Secretary of Agriculture's announcement of the quota, may be entered in conformity with the terms and conditions in U.S. note 6(a) of this subchapter in such quantities as specified in the determination and announcement by the Secretary of Agriculture in accordance with U.S. note 6(a)(i) during the 180-day period following the effective date of such determination and announcement

Detailed tariff information for Notwithstanding any other quantitative limitations on the importation of cotton, upland cotton, if accompanied by an original certificate of an official of a government agency of the country in which the cotton was produced attesting to the fact that the cotton is a variety of Gossypium hirsutum cotton, and a certification by the importer that such cotton was purchased not later that 90 days after the effective date of the Secretary of Agriculture's announcement of the quota, may be entered in conformity with the terms and conditions in U.S. note 6(a) of this subchapter in such quantities as specified in the determination and announcement by the Secretary of Agriculture in accordance with U.S. note 6(a)(i) during the 180-day period following the effective date of such determination and announcement imports

Notwithstanding any other quantitative limitations on the importation of cotton, upland cotton, if accompanied by an original certificate of an official of a government agency of the country in which the cotton was produced attesting to the fact that the cotton is a variety of Gossypium hirsutum cotton, and a certification by the importer that such cotton was purchased not later that 90 days after the effective date of the Secretary of Agriculture's announcement of the quota, may be entered in conformity with the terms and conditions in U.S. note 6(a) of this subchapter in such quantities as specified in the determination and announcement by the Secretary of Agriculture in accordance with U.S. note 6(a)(i) during the 180-day period following the effective date of such determination and announcement Tariff Rate

HS Code:

0.31% ad valorem
Effective January 1, 2023
View general trade relationship between United States and Spain

Trade Volume

Value
USD 45.2 million
Year
2022
Trend
Stable with slight increase due to demand for sustainable cotton varieties

Special Rates

Preferential Rate
0% ad valorem
Applicable under the EU-US Trade Agreement for specific agricultural products, including upland cotton (Gossypium hirsutum), subject to quota limits and certification as per U.S. Note 6(a). Must be accompanied by an original certificate from the country of origin and importer certification of purchase within 90 days of the Secretary of Agriculture's quota announcement.

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Last updated: 1 year ago

News and Updates

Recent News
U.S. Updates Import Quota for Upland Cotton from Spain
The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced a new quota for the importation of upland cotton (Gossypium hirsutum) from Spain under U.S. note 6(a). The announcement specifies quantities allowed for entry within a 180-day period, provided the cotton is accompanied by an official certificate from the Spanish government and meets the 90-day purchase certification requirement by the importer.
October 15, 2023
Impact: This quota adjustment is expected to facilitate a controlled increase in cotton imports from Spain, potentially strengthening trade ties while maintaining domestic market stability.
Spain Enhances Cotton Certification Process for U.S. Exports
Spain's agricultural authorities have streamlined the certification process for upland cotton exports to the U.S., ensuring compliance with U.S. note 6(a) requirements. This includes faster issuance of official certificates attesting to the cotton variety as Gossypium hirsutum.
September 20, 2023
Impact: Improved certification processes are likely to reduce delays in exports to the U.S., boosting trade efficiency and potentially increasing Spain's cotton market share under the quota system.
U.S. Importers Adapt to New Cotton Quota Deadlines with Spain
Following the latest USDA announcement on upland cotton quotas, U.S. importers of Spanish cotton are adjusting to the 90-day purchase certification deadline post-quota announcement. This ensures compliance for entry within the 180-day import window as per U.S. note 6(a).
August 5, 2023
Impact: The strict timeline may pose logistical challenges for importers, potentially affecting the volume of Spanish cotton entering the U.S. if certifications are not secured in time.
Policy Updates
USDA Revises Upland Cotton Import Quota Terms under U.S. Note 6(a)
The U.S. Secretary of Agriculture issued a determination revising the quantitative limits for upland cotton imports, including from Spain, under U.S. note 6(a). The policy specifies that cotton must be certified as Gossypium hirsutum by the exporting country's government agency and purchased within 90 days of the quota announcement, with imports allowed during a 180-day period post-announcement.
Date: October 10, 2023