Romney Marsh Fleece Wool from Japan
Natural greasy fleeces from Romney Marsh sheep, unprocessed beyond shearing, with typical vegetable matter content. HTS 5101.19.60 covers this as other non-fleece-washed greasy wool, ideal for rug and upholstery yarns. Not carded or combed, retaining full lanolin.
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
• Document breed and origin to confirm wool definition under chapter note (a); test for ash and alcohol-soluble content
• File bonds promptly for special uses like papermakers' felts
• Watch for reclassification if any pre-cleaning occurs