HS code for cotton pads & balls

HS code

5601.21

US HTS code

5601.21.00

US general duty

3.6%

Source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule, Revision 21 (2026), effective 10/09/2026 · checked 2026-10-28

Wadding of cotton and articles made from it, such as cotton pads and balls, is 5601.21.

US tariff lines under 5601.21

US HTS code	Description	General duty
5601.21.00	Wadding of textile materials and articles thereof › Of cotton 2 statistical suffixes (10-digit codes) 5601.21.00.10 — Wadding, in the piece (223) 5601.21.00.90 — Other (369)	3.6%

Import duty on cotton pads & balls by country

Import into the US

3.6%

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Import into the UK

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Import into the EU

3.8%

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Extra duties may apply

The general rate applies to most countries. Imports from some countries also pay additional duties under Chapter 99 of the HTS, such as Section 301 tariffs on many Chinese goods. Check the current measures for your country of origin before you order.

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Frequently asked questions

Q1What is the HS code for cotton pads & balls?

The international HS code for cotton pads & balls is 5601.21. Wadding of cotton and articles made from it, such as cotton pads and balls, is 5601.21.

Q2What is the US import duty on cotton pads & balls?

Under HTS 5601.21.00, the US general duty rate is 3.6%. Goods from some countries pay additional duties on top of this rate.

Q3What is the 10-digit HTS code for cotton pads & balls?

The first 8 digits set the duty; the last 2 are statistical and depend on details such as material or who the product is for. The full list of US codes under 5601.21 is in the table above.

Q4Is the HS code the same in every country?

The first 6 digits (5601.21) are the same in every country that uses the Harmonized System. The digits after that, and the duty rates, are set by each country.

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Classification guidance only, not a binding ruling or customs advice. The right code depends on your product’s exact material, function and construction. For certainty, request a binding ruling from U.S. Customs and Border Protection or ask a licensed customs broker.