New Zealand Romney Cross Greasy Wool (44.5s) from Germany

Shorn greasy wool from Romney crossbred sheep in New Zealand, fineness of 44.5s suitable for knitting yarns, containing natural lanolin and dirt. Classified under HTS 5101.11.5000 for shorn wool finer than 44s, not carded or combed, as 'other' improved wool not for special uses. Used primarily for mid-range sweaters and blankets after cleaning.

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

Submit laboratory clean yield analysis report at entry; discrepancies between declared and tested yield can trigger audits or duties on full greasy weight

Label bales with micron/diameter measurements to confirm 'finer than 44s'; avoid contamination with coarser wools that might shift to 5101.11.20

For special uses (e.g

felts), file bond per US note (d); otherwise, standard entry without restrictions