Papermaker's Felt Wool Degreased
Degreased unimproved wool ≤46s for special uses in papermakers' felts, not carded/combed/carbonized. Meets Chapter 51 wool definition (sheep fiber) and US note (d) for bonded entry. Used in press cloths for paper production.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If over 46s or not certified for special uses
Exceeds special uses criteria; defaults to general 'other' degreased wool.
If made into textile products for paper machinery
End use as completed textile article for paper industry classifies under 5911.
If fine animal hair, not sheep wool
Material: Chapter notes define wool as sheep fiber only; fine hair (alpaca etc.) is 5102.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Processor bond mandatory; relieves liability on transfers to other bonded parties for permitted uses
• Accurate clean yield declaration critical—alcohol extraction and ash tests per US note (b)
Related Products under HTS 5101.29.10.00
Unimproved Merino Wool for Felting
This is unimproved wool not finer than 46s, degreased but not carded, combed, or carbonized, specifically certified for special uses like felt manufacturing. It meets the Chapter 51 definition of wool for special uses, entered by dealers or manufacturers under bond for producing felt products. The clean yield is calculated per US notes, ensuring it's free of excess vegetable matter.
Heavy Knit Boot Wool Unimproved
Unimproved degreased wool not over 46s for special uses in knit boots, uncarded/uncombed. Bonded entry for felt/boot production per US notes. Represents coarse sheep wool clean of grease.
Floor Covering Felt Wool 42s Degreased
42s unimproved wool, degreased condition only, for special uses in floor coverings felts. Certified ≤46s per US note (d), bonded for release. Clean yield adjusted for vegetable matter.
Carpet-Grade Coarse Wool Grease-Free
Degreased coarse wool not finer than 46s, unprocessed beyond grease removal, certified for special uses in floor coverings like carpets. It adheres to US note definitions for clean yield and requires bonding for customs release. Ideal for heavy felled carpet backings per special uses criteria.
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.
Press Felt Polishing Wool 44s
44s wool (not finer than 46s), grease-removed only, certified for pressed felt in polishing plate/mirror glass. Special uses per US note (d)(i), with bond for customs clearance. Clean content verified excluding vegetable matter.