44s Australian Merino Greasy Fleece from Germany
Premium greasy fleeces from Australian Merino, 44s grade (23.5 microns), not carded/combed. Classed in HTS 5101.19.4000 for 40s-44s greasy wool, suited for mirror polishing felts. Clean yield accounts for 1.5% alcohol-solubles.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Use USDA-equivalent certs for foreign matter; bond for special uses like floor coverings
• Pitfall: selling for non-enumerated uses incurs regular duties (US note (d)(iv))