Merino Shorn Greasy Wool (Finer than 58s)
This is shorn wool from Merino sheep, in its greasy state including natural lanolin and impurities, not carded or combed, with fiber fineness finer than 58s as per clean yield standards. It falls under HTS 5101.11.60.60 because it is shorn greasy wool classified by its fineness exceeding 58s, intended for cleaning and processing into yarns for apparel. The wool meets Chapter 51 definitions for natural sheep fiber in its raw, unprocessed form.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the wool has been washed (fleece-washed but still not carded/combed)
Washed wool, even if previously greasy, shifts to 5101.21 as it is no longer considered 'greasy' per tariff headings.
If sourced from pulled wool (skins) rather than shorn from live sheep
Pulled wool from hides falls under 5101.10, differentiated by collection method regardless of fineness.
If carded or combed after cleaning
Once processed beyond greasy state into carded/combed form, it moves to Chapter heading 5105 for semi-processed wool.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide laboratory certification of fineness (finer than 58s) and clean yield percentage to Customs for accurate duty assessment on clean kg basis
• File necessary bonds if intending use in special applications like felts to qualify for potential duty relief under US notes
• Ensure documentation distinguishes shorn from pulled wool to avoid reclassification; common pitfall is undervaluing clean yield content
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Corriedale Shorn Greasy Wool (Finer than 58s)
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.
Polwarth Shorn Greasy Wool (Finer than 58s)
Premium greasy wool shorn from Polwarth sheep, with micron fineness finer than 58s, uncarded and including fleece impurities for subsequent cleaning. HTS 5101.11.60.60 applies to this shorn, greasy wool due to its superior fineness and raw state per tariff hierarchy. Ideal for soft apparel yarns and felts.
Suffolk-Merino Crossbred Shorn Greasy Wool (Finer than 58s)
Crossbred greasy wool from Suffolk-Merino sheep, shorn and finer than 58s, containing natural lanolin and dirt, not combed. Under HTS 5101.11.60.60 for shorn greasy wool of specified fineness, aligning with Chapter 51 wool definitions excluding fine animal hair. Used in blended yarns for durable fabrics.
Rambouillet Shorn Greasy Wool (Finer than 58s)
High-quality greasy shorn wool from Rambouillet sheep, featuring fibers finer than 58s in unprocessed state with grease and VM. HTS 5101.11.60.60 covers this due to shorn origin, greasy condition, and fineness per hierarchy. Suited for luxury suiting yarns.