Lumbermen's Sock Wool Unimproved 40s

Unimproved wool graded 40s (not finer than 46s), degreased only, for special uses in heavy fulled lumbermen's socks. Certified entry under bond ensures compliance with US notes for felted or knitted boot production. Clean yield accounts for commercial cleaning losses.

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.

5101.29Same rate: 35%

If processed beyond degreasing (e.g., scoured further)

Any manner beyond simple degreasing excludes it from .10 and moves to other degreased wools.

5112.11.60Higher: 60% vs 35%

If woven into fabric for socks

State of completion: finished woven wool fabrics for apparel classify under heading 5112.

5109.10Lower: 16% vs 35%

If carded/combed for yarn production

Carded or combed processing for yarn prep shifts to heading 5109.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Certify for lumbermen's socks use; bond protects against duties if diverted from enumerated articles

Test for fineness (≤46s) and vegetable matter—excess may adjust clean yield calculation adversely

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