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Degreased Romney Wool Locks from Japan

Romney breed wool locks post-degreasing, retaining natural lock structure without carding or combing, suitable for specialty felting. HTS 5101.29.40 applies to this 'other' category of degreased, non-carbonized wool not processed further.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Label shipments clearly as 'degreased only' to prevent reclassification

• Monitor moisture content (12% standard) for accurate clean yield

• Avoid bundling with processed wool to prevent set classification issues