Corriedale Shorn Greasy Wool (Finer than 58s) from Japan
Greasy shorn wool from Corriedale sheep, featuring fine fibers finer than 58s, retaining natural grease and vegetable matter prior to commercial cleaning. Classified under HTS 5101.11.60.60 for its shorn origin, fineness, and unprocessed greasy condition as defined in Chapter 51 notes. Primarily used in high-quality yarn production for knitwear.
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
• Submit clean yield analysis reports compliant with US note (b) definitions, accounting for moisture, alcohol-soluble, and ash content
• Label bales clearly as 'shorn greasy wool finer than 58s' to facilitate inspection; watch for contamination that affects yield calculations