Carbonized Fine Crossbred Wool 45s from Japan
Carbonized fine crossbred wool at 45s, neither carded nor combed, precisely matching HTS 5101.30.30.00 criteria for other wool in the 44s-46s fineness spectrum. Carbonization ensures vegetable-free clean yield as defined. Applied in press cloths and paper felts.
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
• Document carbonization process to distinguish from scoured wool, preventing duty disputes
• For transfers between bonded parties, maintain chain-of-custody records per US note (d)(iii)