Cheviot Shorn Greasy Wool (52s) from Germany
Coarse shorn greasy Cheviot wool graded 52s (≤58s), raw uncombed for HTS 5101.11.60.30. Suited for heavy fabrics, greasy state per US note (a) wool definition from sheep.
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 ash content tests (<0.5%) for yield accuracy; label bales clearly for greasy/shorn status
• Pitfall: commingling with fine hair triggers reclass