Polwarth Wool Grease Unimproved (43s Grade) from Germany
Unimproved greasy shorn Polwarth wool at 43s fineness, within the 40s-44s range, imported neither carded nor combed. Grown by sheep as pure wool per chapter note (a), it's in natural fleece-washed or greasy state. Classifies under 5101.11.40.00 for its grade and unprocessed form.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Ensure declaration specifies 'shorn wool' vs. pulled to stay in 5101.11; provide origin certificates
• Test for alcohol-extractable matter (≤1.5%) for accurate clean yield computation
• Monitor vegetable matter for the 60% allowance cap to avoid duty underpayments