Degreased Suffolk Shorn Wool from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Label bales clearly with clean yield percentage and processing history to facilitate Customs release
• Prepare for fiber diameter testing if challenging 5101.21.20 vs 5101.21.40 classification
• Consider duty drawback programs for wool re-exported after processing into finished goods