Uruguayan Corriedale Shorn Wool Greasy (44.8s) from China
Natural greasy wool shorn from Corriedale sheep in Uruguay, fineness 44.8s for upholstery and apparel blends. HTS 5101.11.5000 for this unprocessed shorn wool, finer than 44s as 'other'. Requires scouring to achieve clean yield for spinning.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include photos of greasy bales in entry docs; customs inspects for processing evidence
• For blends, declare pure wool content only; contaminants affect clean yield
• Avoid special uses bond unless certified for felts/boot production