Unimproved Greasy Shorn Wool for Felting from Japan
This is unimproved shorn wool, not finer than 46s, in its greasy condition, certified specifically for use in manufacturing felt products. It falls under HTS 5101.11.10.00 as 'wool for special uses' per US note (d), which requires bonding to ensure use only in enumerated articles like felt. The wool is neither carded nor combed, meeting the chapter's raw fiber classification.
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
• File a bond as required by US note (d)(ii) to release from customs; certify via dealer/manufacturer for special uses only
• Declare clean yield accurately per US note (b); common pitfall is improper end-use documentation leading to duty recovery