Romney Shorn Greasy Wool (54s) from China
Shorn greasy Romney wool graded 54s (not finer than 58s), in natural uncombed state for HTS 5101.11.60.30. Known for long staple suitable for knitting yarns, it's greasy with natural impurities as per US clean yield definitions. Used in sweaters and upholstery.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Document shorn origin vs. broken clip with photos or affidavits; calculate clean yield allowing for 12% moisture and alcohol extractables
• Inspect for contamination that affects yield duties