New Zealand Merino Unimproved Greasy Wool (36s)
This is unimproved greasy wool shorn from Merino sheep in New Zealand, graded at 36s fineness, not carded or combed, and containing natural lanolin and vegetable matter. It falls under HTS 5101.11.2000 as shorn wool that is unimproved or coarser than 40s, measured by clean yield standards for tariff purposes.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If wool fineness exceeds 40s but not finer than 46s
Wool graded 40s to 46s falls into the broader 'other wool not finer than 46s' subheading within the same greasy shorn category.
If wool has been scoured or cleaned beyond fleece-washed
Cleaned wool (degreased and vegetable matter removed) moves to heading 5101.21, changing from greasy classification.
If imported after carding or combing processes
Carded or combed wool shifts to Chapter 51 heading 5105, as it is no longer in the unprocessed 'not carded or combed' state.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Calculate duties based on 'clean yield' per US notes, providing lab certification of wool fineness and clean content to avoid reclassification
• File a bond if intending use in special applications like felts or boots, as required for wool not finer than 46s under US note (d)
• Ensure documentation proves greasy state (fleece-washed or shorn) and unimproved status to prevent shifts to finer wool headings
Related Products under HTS 5101.11.20.00
Australian Corriedale Crossbred Wool (38s Greasy)
Greasy shorn wool from Australian Corriedale crossbred sheep, rated 38s for fineness, supplied in bales with natural grease and impurities. Classified under HTS 5101.11.2000 for unimproved or coarse shorn wool not exceeding 40s fineness, based on spindle count and clean yield.
South African Merino Unimproved Fleece Wool (40s)
Unimproved greasy fleece wool shorn from Merino sheep in South Africa, 40s grade, not processed beyond washing, retaining full vegetable matter and lanolin. HTS 5101.11.2000 applies to this shorn wool not finer than 40s, with duties on clean yield basis.
Argentinian Patagonia Coarse Wool (36s Greasy Shorn)
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.
Uruguayan Crossbred Unimproved Wool (39s Fleece-Washed)
Fleece-washed unimproved crossbred wool from Uruguay, shorn and lightly washed, 39s grade, still greasy with impurities. HTS 5101.11.2000 covers this as greasy shorn wool not finer than 40s per clean yield metrics.