Blackface Scotch Unimproved Wool Fleeces from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• 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