Coarse Corriedale Fleece-Washed Wool for Floor Coverings
Greasy Corriedale wool, fleece-washed but not further cleaned, with a fineness not finer than 46s, intended for use in floor coverings. It is neither carded nor combed, and retains natural grease and impurities, qualifying as 'other' greasy wool under this tariff item.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the wool is greasy but not fleece-washed
This alternative covers greasy wool that has not undergone fleece-washing, which may apply if the wool is in a more natural state.
If the wool is degreased or carbonized
Wool that has been scoured or carbonized falls under this heading, which is a different processing stage than greasy.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the wool is certified for floor covering use and provide a clean yield calculation to CBSA
• Declare the wool as greasy and fleece-washed, not carded or combed, to match the tariff description
• Keep records of the wool's fineness (not finer than 46s) for verification
Related Products under Tariff item 5101.19.00
40.5s Merino X Crossbred Wool
This crossbred greasy wool, graded at 40.5s fineness, is fleece-washed but retains its natural grease and has not been carded or combed. It is classified under tariff item 5101.19.00 as other greasy wool, suitable for products like lumbermen's socks. The wool's fineness places it in the 'other' category within the greasy wool subheading.
41s Border Leicester Wool Clips
Border Leicester wool clips, graded at 41s fineness, are presented in their greasy, unprocessed state, not carded or combed. This places them under tariff item 5101.19.00 as other greasy wool, suitable for felt or heavy knit boot production. The wool retains natural lanolin and impurities, qualifying as greasy.
42s Rambouillet Greasy Wool Bale
Bales of greasy Rambouillet wool at 42s fineness, raw and uncombed, are classified under tariff item 5101.19.00 as other greasy wool. This medium-fine wool is suitable for industrial processing, such as press cloths. The wool is presented in its natural state with lanolin and impurities intact.
43s Corriedale Fleece-Washed Wool
Fleece-washed Corriedale wool graded at 43s fineness, with a diameter of about 24 microns, is presented greasy with impurities, neither carded nor combed. It falls under tariff item 5101.19.00 as other greasy wool, suitable for knitting heavy socks. The wool retains natural lanolin despite being fleece-washed.
44s Australian Merino Greasy Fleece
Premium greasy fleeces from Australian Merino, graded at 44s fineness, are presented not carded or combed. They are classified under tariff item 5101.19.00 as other greasy wool, suited for mirror polishing felts. The wool retains its natural lanolin and is in a raw state.
44s Merino Greasy Wool
Greasy wool from Merino sheep with a fineness grade of 44s, around 23-24 microns, is presented not carded or combed in its raw fleece-washed state. It is classified under tariff item 5101.19.00 as other greasy wool, suitable for various industrial applications. The wool retains natural impurities and lanolin.