Argentinian Patagonia Coarse Wool (36s Greasy Shorn) from Japan
Coarse greasy shorn wool from Patagonia region sheep in Argentina, 36s fineness, unimproved and greasy with natural contaminants. It qualifies for HTS 5101.11.2000 as other wool not finer than 40s in greasy shorn form.
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
• Document origin and breed to confirm unimproved status; blending with finer wools can trigger reclassification
• Prepare for CBP inspection of bale condition to verify greasy/not combed state
• Monitor vegetable matter content for accurate clean yield deduction per US note (b)