Degreased Merino Shorn Wool
Shorn wool from Merino sheep, degreased but not carbonized, carded, or combed, meeting the clean yield standards for tariff purposes. This raw wool is in its minimally processed state beyond degreasing, suitable for further textile processing. It falls under HTS 5101.21.40 as 'other' shorn wool not processed beyond degreased condition.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If obtained from live sheep by shearing during the annual clip
Wool shorn from live sheep in regular annual shearing is classified separately from pulled shorn wool in 5101.21.
If pulled rather than shorn from sheep
Pulled wool (removed post-slaughter) falls under different subheading regardless of processing level.
If carbonized to remove vegetable matter
Carbonized wool has distinct clean yield calculation per US note (c) and moves to subheading 5101.22 or 5101.30.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain accurate clean yield certification from suppliers, as duties are based on clean kg excluding vegetable matter and impurities per US note (b)
• Provide laboratory test results for moisture (12%), alcohol-soluble material (1.5%), and ash content (≤0.5%) to verify classification
• Avoid misdeclaration as carbonized wool (5101.22), which uses different clean yield definition and may trigger audits
Related Products under HTS 5101.21.40
Degreased Corriedale Shorn Wool
Medium-grade shorn wool from Corriedale sheep, washed and degreased only, with no further processing like carbonizing or combing. Used primarily for carpet yarns and knitting wools. Classified under 5101.21.40 as other degreased shorn wool meeting clean yield specifications.
Degreased Rambouillet Shorn Wool
Fine shorn wool from Rambouillet breed sheep, processed only through degreasing to remove grease and impurities, not carbonized. Ideal for worsted yarns and apparel fabrics. Meets HTS 5101.21.40 as other shorn wool not further processed.
Degreased Border Leicester Shorn Wool
Long-staple shorn wool from Border Leicester sheep, degreased condition only with clean yield verified. Commonly used for crossbred yarns in upholstery. HTS 5101.21.40 applies to this other category shorn wool.
Degreased Suffolk Shorn Wool
Down breed shorn wool from Suffolk sheep, minimally processed by degreasing, clean yield compliant. Used in felting and coarse yarns. Classifies as other under HTS 5101.21.40 for shorn wool.