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Merino Shorn Greasy Wool from Japan

Uncarded and uncombed shorn wool from Merino sheep in its greasy state, including natural lanolin and some vegetable matter. Classified under HTS 5101.11.60 as shorn wool that is neither carded nor combed, falling into the 'other' subcategory for greasy wool not specifically finer than 46s. It is typically used for high-quality yarn production after cleaning.

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 accurate clean yield calculations per US note definitions to avoid duty disputes; include lab test results for moisture, ash, and vegetable matter content

• File bonds if intending use in special applications to defer higher duties