Carbonized Crossbred Wool Fibers from Japan
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 — 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
• 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