Carbonized Merino Wool 42s Grade from China
This is carbonized Merino wool with a fineness grade between 40s and 44s, processed only through carbonization to remove vegetable matter while preserving fiber integrity. It falls under HTS 5101.30.1500 as 'other wool' in this fineness range, not carded or combed, and not further processed beyond carbonization. The clean yield is calculated based on official chapter definitions for tariff purposes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Obtain a laboratory certificate verifying fineness (40s-44s) and clean yield to avoid reclassification; file bonds if intending use in special applications like felts; ensure documentation distinguishes carbonized state from scoured wool