Industrial Crude Wool Grease Pellets from Japan
Industrial crude wool grease pellets are crudely formed chunks of wool scouring grease for easier bulk handling, still unrefined. They qualify under HTS 1505.00.10.00 as the crude form without purification. Primarily imported for lanolin recovery in cosmetics manufacturing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Confirm pelleting doesn't constitute refining; provide process affidavits
• Avoid pitfalls by distinguishing from dehydrated lanolin via lab certificates
• Use refrigerated containers if needed to preserve crude state during transit