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Importing Garments from Bangladesh: Duties & HTS Codes 2026

Bangladesh is the world's second-largest apparel exporter. Bangladesh-origin garments pay MFN duty (15–27.5%) plus Section 122 (10%) — no Section 301. GSP status is uncertain; verify with CBP before placing orders.

Updated June 2026·5 min read
0%
Section 301
China-specific; Bangladesh exempt
~26.5%
Cotton T-shirts
16.5% MFN + 10% §122
~29.7%
Men's shirts
19.7% MFN + 10% §122
TBC
GSP (0% possible)
Verify current GSP eligibility

GSP status uncertain: The US GSP program expired Dec 2020 and renewal was under congressional debate as of June 2026. If not renewed, Bangladesh garments pay full MFN. Budget conservatively using MFN rates and treat any GSP savings as upside.

No Section 301 on Bangladeshi goods. Chinese garments face 7.5% §301. Bangladesh pays MFN only — saves 7.5% vs China on comparable categories.

Bangladesh Garments — US Import Duty Table 2026

ProductHTSMFN§301§1222026 TotalNote
Men's woven cotton shirts6205.2019.7%0%10%~29.7%No §301; major Bangladesh export
Women's cotton blouses6206.3015.4%0%10%~25.4%No §301
T-shirts / cotton knit6109.1016.5%0%10%~26.5%No §301; Bangladesh is world's #2 T-shirt exporter
Men's trousers (cotton)6203.4216.6%0%10%~26.6%No §301
Women's trousers (cotton)6204.6216.6%0%10%~26.6%No §301
Sweaters / pullovers (cotton)6110.2017.5%0%10%~27.5%No §301; strong knitwear capacity
Knit polo shirts6105.1019.7%0%10%~29.7%No §301
Woven jackets / blazers6201.1327.5%0%10%~37.5%No §301; man-made fiber jackets
Sports/activewear (knit)6211.3316%0%10%~26%No §301; growing technical fabric capacity
Denim jeans6203.4216.6%0%10%~26.6%No §301; Bangladesh a leading denim source

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the import duty on garments from Bangladesh in 2026?

Bangladesh-origin garments pay US MFN duty rates (typically 15–27.5% for apparel HTS Chapters 61–62) plus the Section 122 universal surcharge of 10%. Total effective duty: approximately 25–37.5%. Bangladesh does not face Section 301 — that is China-specific. Bangladesh previously enjoyed 0% duty under the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) on many items, but GSP eligibility for Bangladesh was under review as of 2026 — verify current GSP status with CBP.

Does Bangladesh have GSP duty-free access to the US?

Bangladesh historically qualified for the US Generalized System of Preferences (GSP), which provides 0% duty on designated import categories. However, the US GSP program expired in December 2020 and was under congressional review for renewal as of 2026. If GSP is not renewed or Bangladesh is excluded, Bangladesh garments pay the full MFN rate. Always confirm current GSP status through CBP's CROSS ruling database or your customs broker before pricing orders.

Why is Bangladesh competitive for garment sourcing?

Bangladesh is the world's second-largest apparel exporter (after China) for several reasons: (1) among the lowest labour costs globally for garment assembly, (2) no Section 301 tariffs, (3) a dedicated Ready-Made Garment (RMG) industry employing 4+ million workers with specialized factories for woven, knitwear, denim, and activewear, (4) strong yarn-forward manufacturing (yarn spun and garments sewn in Bangladesh supports origin claims), and (5) EU's EBA (Everything But Arms) 0% access makes Bangladesh an export hub for European supply chains.

What is yarn-forward and how does it affect Bangladesh garment origin?

For US customs purposes, Bangladesh garments are considered Bangladesh-origin if they are 'substantially transformed' in Bangladesh. CBP typically applies the 'yarn-forward' rule concept — if the yarn is formed in Bangladesh and the fabric is woven/knit there, garments cut and sewn in Bangladesh qualify as Bangladesh-origin. Garments made from Chinese fabric and merely cut-and-sewn in Bangladesh may still face China-origin classification under CBP enforcement. Your supplier should confirm the origin of yarn and fabric in their production.

What compliance requirements apply to garments from Bangladesh?

US apparel imports require: fiber content labeling (Textile Fiber Products Identification Act), country of origin marking (FTC Textile Rules), care instruction labels (FTC Care Labeling Rule), and RN/WPL numbers on labels. For children's garments: CPSC testing under CPSIA for flammability, drawstring safety, and lead content. For Bangladesh specifically, CBP pays close attention to forced labour risk — maintain documentation of your supplier's social compliance certifications (WRAP, GOTS, OEKO-TEX, or equivalent) as CBP can detain shipments under the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act or general Section 307 forced labour provisions.

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