40.5s Merino X Crossbred Wool from Japan
Crossbred greasy wool (Merino x other breeds) precisely at 40.5s fineness, fleece-washed but greasy, uncombed. HTS 5101.19.4000 covers this 'other wool' grade finer than 40s up to 44s, ideal for lumbermen's socks. Vegetable matter deduction applied per tariff notes.
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
• Verify spin count via IWTO standards for 40s+ claims; declare exact blood/origin if questioned
• Common issue: improper moisture adjustment (12% max) triggers reappraisals