Romeldale Wool Grease (44s Fineness) from Germany
Shorn Romeldale breed wool in greasy condition, precisely 44s grade (not finer than 44s). Unimproved and unprocessed, it aligns with chapter definitions for natural sheep wool. Fits HTS 5101.11.40.00 for shorn greasy wool in this fineness bracket.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide shear date and storage conditions to prove greasy state unchanged
• Audit risk high for fineness; retain third-party grading certificates
• For felt/polishing uses, enter under special provisions with bond to optimize duties