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Saxon Merino Degreased Shorn Wool from Japan

Ultra-fine Saxon Merino shorn wool, degreased only, exceeding 44s fineness threshold. Unimproved beyond degreasing per tariff hierarchy, with verified clean yield. Perfectly fits HTS 5101.21.3500 for apparel-grade raw fiber.

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

• Include spectrographic analysis proving 100% sheep wool per chapter note (a)

• Avoid declaring as 'special use' unless bonded for specific manufacturing