Blackface Scotch Unimproved Wool Fleeces
Coarse Blackface Scotch sheep fleeces, unimproved and not finer than 40s, degreased only without carbonizing or carding. This wool under HTS 5101.29.15.00 is valued for its durability in heavy felled products like lumbermen's socks or press cloths. Its clean yield complies with US definitions, excluding over 0.5% ash and alcohol-soluble materials.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If processed beyond degreased (e.g., dried or Willie)
Minimal additional processing like extended drying moves it out of the 'not processed beyond degreased' category.
If fine animal hair from similar goats
If misidentified as fine hair from Angora or Kashmir goats, it shifts to Chapter 51 heading 5102.
If combed into yarn
After combing and spinning into yarn, classification changes to heading 5109 for wool yarns.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain laboratory certification for fineness (40s or coarser) and clean yield to support entry declaration
• Use bonding procedure for special uses to pay duties only if diverted from approved manufacturing
• Ensure no further processing like drying beyond degreasing to stay within this raw wool subheading
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Merino Crossbred Unimproved Wool Grease Wool
This is unimproved wool from Merino crossbred sheep, not finer than 40s, supplied in its natural greasy state after basic degreasing but not carbonized or further processed. It falls under HTS 5101.29.15.00 as degreased unimproved wool or other wool coarser than 40s, measured by clean yield, ideal for heavy-duty textile applications like felts. The wool retains natural lanolin and is suitable for manufacturers needing raw fiber for specialized uses such as floor coverings or knit boots.
Cheviot Unimproved Wool Top Clips
Unimproved Cheviot wool clips, not finer than 40s, degreased but unprocessed further, harvested from shoulder and neck areas of sheep. Classified under HTS 5101.29.15.00 for its coarse staple length and low grade, suitable for coarse yarns in rugs or industrial felts. It meets the 'other wool not finer than 40s' criteria based on clean yield after commercial cleaning allowance.
Romney Marsh Coarse Wool Grease Bale
Romney Marsh breed wool in 400kg bales, unimproved, not over 40s fineness, degreased but retaining grease for processing. HTS 5101.29.15.00 applies to this long-staple coarse wool used in carpet yarns and felts. Clean yield is calculated per statutory allowances for vegetable matter and commercial cleaning loss.
Lincoln Longwool Unimproved Degreased Fiber
Long staple Lincoln Longwool, unimproved grade not finer than 40s, commercially degreased without carbonization. Fits HTS 5101.29.15.00 for raw wool entering US for coarse fabric production like upholstery or mats. Meets clean content standards with ≤1.5% alcohol extractables and 12% moisture.
Downs Coarse Wool Unimproved Clips
Southdowns coarse wool clips, not exceeding 40s fineness, degreased in origin country without further treatment. Under HTS 5101.29.15.00, this unimproved wool suits press cloth and heavy sock production. Clean yield accounts for 60% of vegetable matter in statutory formula.
Border Leicester Unimproved Wool Grease
Border Leicester longwool in grease form post-degreasing, coarse not finer than 40s, unimproved variety. HTS 5101.29.15.00 covers this for import into bonded facilities making floor coverings. Adheres to clean yield definition excluding commercial cleaning losses up to 15%.