Downs Coarse Shorn Wool (37s Grade) from Mexico
Shorn Downs breed wool, degreased only, 37s fineness (not finer than 40s), unimproved for heavy fabric production. HTS 5101.21.1500 covers this raw, coarse wool top.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Ensure entry docs specify 'not processed beyond degreased' to avoid 5105 misclassification
• Monitor vegetable matter content per US clean yield formula to calculate accurate dutiable weight
• Avoid declaring as finer wool; penalties apply for fineness fraud