Corriedale Greasy Wool (46s Quality) from Japan
Greasy Corriedale wool at 46s fineness from South American flocks, not carded or combed, with typical 12% moisture. Classed in HTS 5101.19.50.00 as finer than 44s unimproved wool per spindle count. Commonly scoured for carpet and apparel blends.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Carbon-date if claiming ancient/unimproved status for lower duties
• Batch-test for ash/vegetable content per US note definitions