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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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