Degreased Corriedale Wool Fleece from Japan
Corriedale wool fleece that has undergone degreasing (scouring) to remove natural grease and impurities but remains uncarded and uncombed. Classified under HTS 5101.29.40 as other degreased, non-carbonized wool not further processed, with duties based on clean yield content.
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
• Provide scouring certificates proving no carding/combing occurred
• Test for vegetable matter content affecting clean yield calculation
• Use licensed customs brokers familiar with wool chapter notes