South African Merino Fleece Wool Greasy (46s) from Germany
Premium greasy fleece wool from Merino sheep in South Africa, 46s fineness for worsted suiting yarns, in natural shorn condition with VM (vegetable matter). HTS 5101.11.5000 applies to this 'other wool' shorn, unprocessed, finer than 44s up to 46s per hierarchy. Essential raw material for luxury suiting after scouring and spinning.
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
• Declare ash, moisture, and alcohol-soluble content per clean yield formula; importers often underestimate vegetable allowance, leading to higher duties
• Use IWTO standards for fineness testing (e.g
• Airflow or OFDA); customs may sample for verification
• Segregate from 'wool for special uses' to avoid bonding requirements; document end-use as apparel if applicable