Degreased Shorn Merino Wool (56s) from Japan
This is shorn wool from Merino sheep, degreased but not carbonized or further processed, with a fineness not exceeding 58s (56s grade). It meets the Chapter 51 definition of wool as natural fiber from sheep, classified under 5101.21.4030 due to its degreased state and lack of carding or combing.
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
• Obtain clean yield certification from a recognized lab to determine duty on clean kg basis as per US note (b)
• File a bond if intending use as 'wool for special uses' to qualify for potential duty relief under US note (d)
• Avoid misdeclaration of fineness; test fibers to confirm not finer than 58s to prevent reclassification