5101.19 - Other:

This HTS category, "Other," under the "Greasy, including fleece-washed wool" heading, encompasses wool that has not been carded or combed, and retains its natural grease or has been washed on the fleece but not further processed. It specifically covers wool that does not fall into the "shorn wool" classification. This distinction is crucial as "shorn wool" typically implies wool that has been mechanically removed from live sheep, whereas this "other" category may include wool obtained through different means or with specific characteristics not met by shorn wool.

The classification here focuses on the state of the wool prior to carding or combing, retaining its greasy or fleece-washed condition. The key differentiator from its sibling, 5101.11 (Shorn wool), lies in the origin or specific processing of the wool, where it may not precisely align with the definition of shorn wool. This residual category serves to capture all remaining greasy or fleece-washed wool that doesn't fit the more specific sibling.

Within this category, further subheadings exist to refine the classification based on specific characteristics. For instance, subdivisions may distinguish between unimproved wool and other wool not finer than a certain count (e.g., 46s), indicating a further breakdown based on wool quality and fineness. These subcategories allow for more granular tracking and tariff application based on the specific type and grade of the wool.