Unimproved Merino Wool Grease Wool from Japan
This is unimproved wool from Merino sheep, coarser than 46s, in its natural greasy state after degreasing but not carbonized. Classified under HTS 5101.29.65.00 as degreased, unimproved wool not finer than 46s, suitable for felt production. It meets the chapter definition of wool grown by sheep with a clean yield calculated per US notes.
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
• File a bond as required for 'wool for special uses' under US note (d) to ensure use in permitted articles like felts
• Provide lab certification of fineness (not finer than 46s) and clean yield documentation
• Avoid misdeclaration as finer wool to prevent duty reassessment