Patagonian Merino Degummed Wool from China
Degummed Merino wool from Patagonia, Argentina, exceeding 44s fineness, minimally processed to remove gum and grease. HTS 5101.29.3500 covers this as other finer-than-44s degreased wool, excluding special use categories.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Use objective micron measurements over subjective 's' counts for disputes, as modern testing prevails
• Declare if any lot includes coarse hairs, which could require separation and different duties
• Bond for special uses only if applicable; this fine wool typically doesn't qualify