Merino Shorn Wool Degreased from Germany
Degreased shorn wool from Merino sheep, not carded or combed, with impurities removed but not carbonized. This falls under HTS 5101.21.70.00 as 'other' shorn wool that is degreased and not further processed. It is typically used in high-quality yarn spinning for apparel.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide laboratory test results certifying clean yield and absence of carbonization to avoid reclassification
• File a bond if intending use as 'wool for special uses' to qualify for potential duty relief
• Verify wool origin documentation as Merino exceeds 46s fineness, disqualifying special use status