Carbonized Coarse Crossbred Wool from China
Coarse crossbred wool carbonized to eliminate impurities, remaining uncombed and not further processed beyond carbonization. Classified under HTS 5101.30.40.00 for 'other' carbonized wool, with duties on clean yield as defined. Ideal for low-grade felts and industrial wool products.
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
• Document carbonization yield with test certificates matching US note (c); avoid mixing with non-carbonized lots to prevent commingling penalties
• Pitfall: Incorrect clean yield declaration can trigger audits and additional duties