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New Zealand Merino Degreased Shorn Wool (60s Quality)

Premium degreased shorn wool from New Zealand Merino sheep with fineness finer than 58s (60s quality), not further processed. This clean wool is ready for top-making in apparel yarn production. Classified under 5101.21.40.60 for its degreased shorn state and superior fineness.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5101.21Same rate: 35%

If not finer than 58s

Falls to coarser shorn wool category if micron/fineness testing shows 58s or coarser quality.

5112.11.60Higher: 60% vs 35%

If imported as woven fabric

If processed into woven fabric from this wool, classification shifts to Chapter 51 fabric headings.

5101Same rate: 35%

If greasy/not degreased

Greasy shorn wool (not degreased) classifies under different subheading before any cleaning.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include laboratory test reports confirming fineness exceeds 58s and clean yield percentage for customs valuation

Declare exact processing history to prevent misclassification as scoured or carbonized wool

Ensure bond requirements if intending special uses certification, though this fine wool typically doesn't qualify