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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If finer than 46s
Wool exceeding 46s fineness, even if unimproved and degreased, classifies under the 'other' subheading excluding special uses.
If carbonized
Degreased wool that undergoes carbonization to remove vegetable matter falls under the carbonized heading in 5101.21.
If carded but not combed
Processing beyond degreasing, such as carding, moves it to Chapter 51 heading 5105 for woollen yarns preparation.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• File a customs bond as required for wool for special uses to ensure it's only used in permitted articles like felt or knit boots
• Provide certification that the wool is not finer than 46s and intended for special uses; calculate duties on clean yield per US note (b)
• Avoid common pitfalls by tracking wool through production—misuse triggers regular duties on the original entry value
Related Products under HTS 5101.29.10.00
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.
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.
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.