Felt Manufacturing Coarse Wool
> This coarse sheep wool, not finer than 46s, has been degreased but not further processed, making it suitable for felt production. The wool's unimproved nature and lack of additional processing align with the scope of tariff item 5101.29.00, which covers other degreased wool. Its certification for special uses like felt manufacturing supports classification under this 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 in its natural greasy state
Greasy wool is classified under a different tariff item than degreased wool.
If the wool has been carbonized
Carbonized wool is processed differently and falls under a separate item.
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
• > Maintain records showing the wool is unprocessed beyond degreasing and meets the fineness requirement (not finer than 46s)
• If CBSA questions the end use, provide a letter of intent from the felt manufacturer
• Consider using a customs broker familiar with textile classifications to avoid delays
Related Products under Tariff item 5101.29.00
Blackface Scotch Unimproved Wool Fleeces
> These Blackface Scotch sheep fleeces are unimproved, not finer than 40s, and degreased only, without carbonizing or carding. The wool's coarse quality and minimal processing make it suitable for heavy felted products like lumbermen's socks. This places it under tariff item 5101.29.00 for other degreased wool.
Border Leicester Unimproved Wool Grease
> This Border Leicester longwool is in grease form post-degreasing, coarse and not finer than 40s, and unimproved. It is intended for use in floor coverings, with its unprocessed state beyond degreasing aligning with tariff item 5101.29.00. The wool's clean yield is adjusted for vegetable matter.
Carpet-Grade Coarse Wool Grease-Free
> This is degreased coarse wool from sheep, with a fineness not finer than 46s, and it has not been processed beyond grease removal. It is intended for specialized uses such as carpet manufacturing, where its coarse fiber characteristics are valued. As it is unprocessed beyond degreasing, it falls under tariff item 5101.29.00 for other degreased wool.
Cheviot Unimproved Wool Top Clips
> These unimproved Cheviot wool clips, not finer than 40s, are degreased but unprocessed further, harvested from shoulder and neck areas. The wool's coarse staple length and low grade make it suitable for specialty uses. This places it under tariff item 5101.29.00 for other degreased wool.
Cotswold Unimproved Longwool Fiber
> This traditional Cotswold breed unimproved longwool fiber is degreased, with a fineness of ≤40s, and intended for specialty felts. Its coarse quality and lack of further processing align with tariff item 5101.29.00. The wool's high vegetable tolerance is noted for classification.
Downs Coarse Wool Unimproved Clips
> These Southdowns coarse wool clips, not exceeding 40s fineness, are degreased in the origin country without further treatment. The wool's unimproved nature and minimal processing make it suitable for press cloth and heavy sock production. This places it under tariff item 5101.29.00.