Merino Crossbred Greasy Wool
Greasy wool from Merino-crossbred sheep, unimproved and not finer than 40s, containing natural lanolin and vegetable matter. Classified under HTS 5101.19.2000 as greasy wool coarser than 40s, suitable for industrial processing into yarns for carpets. Duties are assessed on clean yield basis per chapter notes.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If wool fineness exceeds 40s but not finer than 46s
Finer wool grades fall under separate subheading within greasy wool, changing duty structure.
If wool is degreased or fleece-washed (cleaned)
Removal of grease via washing moves it from greasy (5101) to scoured wool (5101.21), a different processing state.
If for industrial felt or knit boot manufacture
Qualifies as 'wool for special uses' with bonded entry, potentially lower duties if certified and used accordingly.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Calculate duties based on 'clean yield' as defined in US notes, requiring lab testing for absolute clean content minus allowances
• File bond if intending special uses like felts to avoid higher regular duties; track usage to prevent bond liability
• Avoid misdeclaration of fineness; finer than 40s shifts to 5101.19.60.00 with different rates
Related Products under HTS 5101.19.20.00
Romney Marsh Greasy Wool
Long-staple greasy wool from Romney Marsh breed, coarse unimproved not exceeding 40s fineness. Classified in 5101.19.2000 as other greasy wool for felting and coarse knitting. High lanolin for natural processing.
Kentucky Wool Grower Greasy Clips
Greasy wool clips from US Kentucky growers, unimproved coarse ≤40s, mixed breed. HTS 5101.19.2000 covers these reject-grade greasy wools for low-end blending. Clean yield determines duty.
Wiltshire Horn Greasy Fleece
Naturally shortwool greasy fleece from Wiltshire Horn, coarse ≤40s unimproved. HTS 5101.19.2000 greasy other wool for bulk felts. Lanolin intact.
Dryland Merino Coarse Grease Wool
Coarse greasy wool from dryland Merino, unimproved ≤40s with dirt/VM. 5101.19.2000 for low micron greasy imports to blend in carpets. Duty on cleaned basis.
Cheviot Unimproved Greasy Wool
Unimproved greasy wool from Cheviot sheep, coarse grade not finer than 40s, with high vegetable matter content. Falls under HTS 5101.19.2000 for greasy unimproved wool used in heavy fabrics and floor coverings. Imported in bale form for scouring.
Blackface Sheep Greasy Fleece Wool
Greasy fleece wool from Blackface (Scottish) sheep, unimproved and graded not finer than 40s per spindle count. HTS 5101.19.2000 applies to this coarse, lanolin-rich wool for rug and upholstery yarns. Assessed on clean kg yield.