Carbonized Crossbred Wool Fibers from Germany
Crossbred wool fibers from mixed sheep breeds are carbonized for purity, used in bulk for non-apparel textiles. HTS 5101.30.70.00 covers this as other carbonized, uncleaned wool per hierarchy, with clean yield in carbonized state. Essential for carpet backing and industrial felts.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Obtain third-party testing for ash content ≤0.5% and alcohol extractables ≤1.5% to validate clean yield
• Declare fiber diameter/blood grade if finer than 46s to rule out special use eligibility