Degreased Merino Wool Grease
Degreased Merino wool grease, a byproduct extracted during the scouring process of Merino wool fleeces, left in its natural degreased state without further processing. This product falls under tariff item 5101.29.00 as 'other' degreased, non-carbonized wool.
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 product is refined wool grease (lanolin)
Refined lanolin is classified as a animal fat or oil, not as raw wool.
If the product is greasy wool
Greasy wool is classified under this item for unprocessed wool.
If the product is carbonized wool
Carbonized wool falls under this subheading.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Clarify that the product is wool grease (lanolin) in its raw state, not refined lanolin, which may be classified elsewhere
• Ensure it is degreased but not carbonized or further processed
• Verify the country of origin for potential preferential duty rates
Related Products under Tariff item 5101.29.00
40.5s Tasmanian Merino Wool Scoured Bale
Premium Tasmanian Merino wool in large scoured bales, with fineness exactly at 40.5s threshold (finer than 40s), degreased only, for worsted spinning systems. This wool falls under tariff item 5101.29.00 as degreased wool not carded or combed.
41s South African Merino Wool Raw Scoured
Degreased South African Merino wool at 41s fineness (40.5 microns), neither carded nor combed, preserved in scoured form for premium apparel yarns. This raw material falls under tariff item 5101.29.00 as degreased wool not carded or combed.
42s New Zealand Crossbred Wool Scoured
Scoured New Zealand crossbred wool measuring 39-42 microns, finer than 40s but not finer than 44s, degreased without carbonization or further processing. Used primarily for weaving into carpets and upholstery fabrics, this wool falls under tariff item 5101.29.00.
43s Uruguayan Corriedale Wool Degreased
Uruguayan Corriedale breed wool, scoured and degreased at 43s grade, unprocessed beyond that stage, suitable for knitting wools. This wool falls under tariff item 5101.29.00 as degreased wool not carded or combed.
44s Australian Merino Wool Greasewool
Degreased Australian Merino wool with a fineness of 42 microns, graded between 40s and 44s, not carded, combed, or carbonized. It remains in its raw, scoured state beyond degreasing, ideal for high-quality yarn spinning, and falls under tariff item 5101.29.00.
Australian 23-Micron Degreased Wool
Ultra-fine 23-micron Australian wool, finer than 44s equivalent, degreased for cleanliness but uncombed and uncarded. Used in luxury suiting yarns, this wool falls under tariff item 5101.29.00 as degreased wool not carded or combed.