Cheviot Shorn Greasy Wool (52s) from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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