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Lincoln Longwool Unimproved Degreased Fiber from Germany

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.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Test for ash content (<0.5%) and provide affidavits to validate clean yield claims

• Avoid transferring to non-bonded parties without duty payment per US note regulations

• Label bales clearly as 'unimproved, not finer than 40s' to prevent CBP reclassification