Unimproved Merino Shorn Wool (36s Grade)
Unimproved Merino shorn wool, degreased but not carbonized, carded, or combed. The wool has a fineness coarser than 40s (over 40 microns average diameter), making it suitable for industrial applications such as felt or coarse yarns. It falls under tariff item 5101.21.00 as shorn wool that has been degreased only.
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 (not degreased)
Greasy shorn wool is classified under a different tariff item for unprocessed wool.
If the wool is carbonized
Carbonized wool, even if shorn and degreased, falls under a separate tariff item.
If the wool has been carded or combed
Carded or combed wool is classified in a later heading of Chapter 51.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the wool is degreased but not carbonized, carded, or combed to qualify for this tariff item
• Declare the wool's fineness in microns or grade (e.g
• 36s) to support classification
• Keep records of the degreasing process and origin to facilitate CBSA verification
Related Products under Tariff item 5101.21.00
46s Shorn Wool for Mirror Polishing Felt
This is shorn wool from sheep, degreased to remove natural grease but not carbonized, carded, or combed. It is dedicated to producing pressed felt for polishing plate and mirror glass, a specialized industrial use that falls under the tariff item for shorn wool.
Australian Merino Fine Shorn Wool Degreased
Australian Merino fine shorn wool, degreased and graded finer than 58s, maintained in uncombed condition post-degreasing. This wool is ideal for spinning into fine worsted yarns for suiting fabrics. It is classified under tariff item 5101.21.00 as shorn wool, degreased but not carbonized.
Bond Unshorn Degreased Wool (43s)
Bond breed shorn wool, degreased to a clean condition with a fineness of 43s (in the 40s-44s range). The wool is not carded, combed, or further processed beyond degreasing. It qualifies as shorn wool under tariff item 5101.21.00, which covers degreased, non-carbonized wool.
Coarse Corriedale Shorn Wool (38s Grade)
This is degreased shorn wool from Corriedale sheep, unimproved with fineness around 38s, not processed beyond degreasing and not carbonized. It is not carded or combed, making it suitable for this tariff item.
Coarse Shorn Crossbred Wool for Floor Coverings
This is coarse shorn wool from crossbred sheep, degreased but not carbonized or further processed. It is intended solely for heavy floor coverings production, which is a standard use for this type of wool under the shorn wool tariff item.
Columbia Fine Wool Degreased
Columbia fine wool, degreased and shorn, with a fineness finer than 44s. The wool is minimally processed, with no carding, combing, or carbonization. It is classified under tariff item 5101.21.00 as degreased shorn wool.