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South African Merino Uncarbonized Wool Fiber from Japan

Premium Merino wool from South Africa, graded finer than 44s, degreased only to remove natural lanolin, retaining full clean yield integrity. HTS 5101.29.3500 applies to this unimproved, non-carbonized fine wool not further processed.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Use IWTO-certified labs for fineness and clean yield testing to comply with US note definitions

Document that no carbonization occurred, as it would trigger higher duties or different classification

Prepare for USDA inspections if lots exceed certain volumes, ensuring phytosanitary compliance

South African Merino Uncarbonized Wool Fiber from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 5101.29.35.00