Romney Shorn Wool Degreased
Degreased shorn wool from Romney breed sheep, neither carded nor combed, scoured to remove grease and dirt. Classified under HTS 5101.21.70.00 as other degreased shorn wool not carbonized. Commonly used for carpet yarns and heavy fabrics.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If certified for special uses like felts or knit boots
Wool not finer than 46s with proper bonding qualifies for lower duty treatment.
If gathered wool (pulled from skins)
Shorn wool differs from pulled wool which has different tariff treatment.
If significantly contaminated and misdeclared as cotton waste
Material composition testing would reclassify pure wool fibers correctly.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Declare exact clean yield percentage based on official testing to determine dutiable weight accurately
• Avoid common pitfall of entering carbonized wool here; requires separate 5101.11 classification
• Maintain records proving degreasing process only, no further mechanical cleaning
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Merino Shorn Wool Degreased
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.
Corriedale Degreased Shorn Wool
Shorn wool from Corriedale sheep, degreased through scouring but not carbonized or carded/combed. HTS 5101.21.70.00 covers this 'other' category of basic processed shorn wool. Ideal for weaving into blankets and outerwear.
Border Leicester Scoured Wool
Shorn wool from Border Leicester sheep, scoured to remove grease, neither carded nor combed. Classified in HTS 5101.21.70.00 as other degreased shorn wool. Excellent for long-staple weaving yarns.
Rambouillet Shorn Wool Cleaned
Fine Rambouillet shorn wool, degreased and cleaned of vegetable matter, not carbonized or carded. Under HTS 5101.21.70.00 as other shorn wool preparations. Premium fiber for worsted suiting.
Dorset Down Shorn Wool Scoured
Scoured (degreased) shorn wool from Dorset Down sheep, free of grease but not mechanically processed further. Falls under HTS 5101.21.70.00 as other non-carbonized degreased shorn wool. Used in specialty knitting yarns.
Suffolk Breed Degreased Shorn Wool
Degreased shorn wool from Suffolk sheep, cleaned of natural grease and suint, not carbonized. HTS 5101.21.70.00 applies to this category of basic wool preparation. Popular for rug making and upholstery yarns.