Wool Noils from Merino Sheep
Short, broken wool fibers known as noils, produced from Merino sheep during the combing process in worsted yarn manufacturing. These noils consist of the waste fibers removed after combing longer staples and are classified as noils of 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 |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the goods include yarn waste or other waste.
Other waste of wool is classified separately.
If the wool has been carded or combed.
Processed wool is classified under heading 51.05.
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
• Ensure the goods are declared as noils and not as garnetted stock, which is classified elsewhere
• Keep records of the combing process
• Verify the wool is from sheep, as defined in Chapter Note 1(a)
Related Products under Tariff item 5103.10.00
Alpaca Fine Hair Noils
Noils of fine animal hair from alpaca, consisting of short fibers removed during the combing process used to prepare longer staples for luxury yarn production. These irregular fibers are a byproduct of worsted spinning and meet the definition of fine animal hair under Chapter Note 1(b).
Angora Rabbit Wool Noils
Noils from Angora rabbit hair, consisting of short, fluffy fibers removed during combing for use in yarns with a soft, mohair-like texture. Angora rabbit hair is explicitly listed as fine animal hair in Chapter Note 1(b).
Beaver Fine Hair Noils
Noils from beaver underfur, consisting of fine, short fibers obtained during combing for felt hat production. Beaver hair is listed as fine animal hair in Chapter Note 1(b).
Camel Hair Noils (Dromedary)
Noils from dromedary camel undercoat, consisting of soft, short fibers from combing for winter apparel yarns. Dromedary camel hair is included in the definition of fine animal hair in Chapter Note 1(b).
Carbonized Wool Noils
Carbonized wool noils, which are short combing waste fibers treated with acid to remove vegetable matter, used for cleaned recycling. These noils remain classified as noils of wool under tariff item 5103.10.00 despite the carbonizing treatment.
Cashmere Goat Hair Noils
Premium noils from Kashmir (cashmere) goat undercoat, consisting of short fibers discarded during combing for high-end yarn production. Kashmir goat hair is explicitly listed as fine animal hair in Chapter Note 1(b).