5101.19.60.60 - Finer than 58s

This HTS classification covers greasy wool that is not carded or combed, specifically those with a fineness of finer than 58s. This designation relates to the diameter of the wool fibers, measured in microns. Wool classified here possesses finer fibers compared to coarser wools, making it suitable for a wider range of textiles requiring a softer handle and better drape. The wool is in its raw state, having undergone minimal processing beyond initial shearing and potentially some basic washing to remove grease and dirt, but not carding or combing which would align the fibers.

This category is distinguished from its sibling, HTS 5101.19.60.30, by the crucial characteristic of fiber fineness. While both are greasy, not carded or combed wool, this classification is exclusively for wool fibers that measure finer than 58s, indicating a higher quality and more refined fiber diameter. The sibling category, conversely, encompasses wool fibers that are not finer than 58s, meaning they are 58s or coarser. This distinction is critical for determining the end-use applications and market value of the wool.

As this is a leaf node in the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories under 5101.19.60.60. Classification at this level is definitive, based on the raw wool being greasy, not carded or combed, and possessing a fiber diameter finer than 58s. Importers and exporters should ensure accurate measurement and documentation of wool fiber fineness to correctly apply this classification and avoid discrepancies during customs clearance.