CSMS #69290648 · Information: Quota Bulletin 26-402 2027 Cotton Note 6

Brief takeaway: A tariff-rate quota for rough or harsh cotton opens for the 2026–2027 period, which may affect importers of this commodity.

What changed: According to the notice, CBP published Quota Bulletin 26-402 covering "2027 Cotton Note 6." The notice states the quota period runs August 1, 2026 through July 31, 2027, with an opening date of Monday, August 3, 2026.

Who's affected: The notice cites "Cotton, Rough or Harsh," described as the product of any country or area including the United States, as provided in HTSUS Chapter 52, Additional U.S. Note (AUSN) 6. Country of origin is not restricted in the notice.

What to review:
- Review whether your cotton entries fall under HTSUS Chapter 52 and AUSN 6 as described in the bulletin, and confirm the specific HTS classification with your broker.
- Check the opening-date entry timing rules in the notice, which state entries after 12:01 a.m. local port time and before 8:30 a.m. ET on the opening date receive an 8:30 a.m. ET entry time.
- Confirm how the proration rule may apply, since the notice states accepted entries will be prorated if a HTSUS group exceeds its limit at 8:30 a.m. ET.
- Review the full Quota Bulletin 26-402 on CBP's webpage, and direct questions to the Headquarters Quota and Agriculture Branch as noted.

This is general information, not legal advice and not a compliance determination — confirm specifics with a licensed customs broker or trade counsel.