South African Fine Merino Greasy Wool
Greasy fine Merino wool from South Africa, exceeding 58s fineness, shipped in bales without carding or combing, including natural grease and impurities. Classified in 5101.19.6060 as other greasy wool for premium yarn production. Chapter notes define wool and clean yield precisely for duty computation.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure supplier provides greasy weight and estimated clean yield; verify with US Customs lab if disputed
• Comply with USDA APHIS import requirements for animal fibers
• Pitfall: incorrect fineness declaration leads to 5101.19.80 reclassification
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