Degreased Corriedale Wool (54s) from Japan
Degreased Corriedale wool at 54s fineness, not carded or combed, minimally processed beyond degreasing to remove grease and impurities. Classified under HTS 5101.29.40.30 for wool not finer than 58s in degreased, non-carbonized state. Ideal for carpet yarns and heavy fabrics.
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
• Declare exact clean yield percentage based on US note definitions to prevent undervaluation penalties
• Avoid mixing with finer wools in shipments; segregation prevents average fineness misclassification
• Retain supplier affidavits confirming no carding or combing for audit defense