HS 510810 Carded

The Most Favored Nation (MFN) duty rate for HS 510810 can vary. For example, the United States applies a 3.20% ad valorem duty. However, preferential rates are available under various trade agreements. For instance, goods originating from Australia (AU), Bahrain (BH), Chile (CL), Colombia (CO), Israel (IL), Jordan (JO), South Korea (KR), Morocco (MA), Oman (OM), Peru (PE), Singapore (SG), and others may receive duty-free entry (Free). It is crucial to consult the specific tariff schedule of the importing country and verify eligibility for preferential treatment based on the origin of the goods and applicable trade agreements.

HS code 510810 specifically covers wool or fine animal hair that has been 'carded'. Carding is a mechanical process that disentangles, cleans, and aligns fibers by passing them between rollers covered with wire teeth or bristles. This process prepares the fibers for spinning into yarn. To be classified under 510810, the wool or fine animal hair must have undergone this carding operation, transforming it from its raw or combed state into a more aligned and parallelized sliver or roving, ready for further processing. It's distinct from 'combed' wool (HS 510710 or 510720), which undergoes a more rigorous combing process to remove short fibers and achieve greater parallelism.

When importing goods under HS code 510810, standard import documentation is required, which typically includes a commercial invoice, packing list, and bill of lading or air waybill. Crucially, to claim preferential duty rates under trade agreements, a Certificate of Origin (COO) is usually mandatory. This document must be issued by the competent authority in the exporting country and demonstrate that the wool or fine animal hair meets the rules of origin stipulated in the relevant trade agreement. Importers should also be prepared to provide any other documentation requested by customs authorities to verify the nature, origin, and value of the goods.

The import duty for HS 510810 is typically calculated on an ad valorem basis, meaning it's a percentage of the declared customs value of the goods. For instance, if the MFN duty rate is 3.20% and you import 100 kilograms of carded wool valued at $500 USD, the calculation would be: Duty Amount = Customs Value × Duty Rate. In this example: Duty Amount = $500 USD × 3.20% = $16.00 USD. If the duty were a specific rate (e.g., per kilogram), the calculation would be: Duty Amount = Quantity × Specific Rate per Unit. Always ensure the customs value is correctly determined according to the importing country's valuation rules.

Several trade agreements can provide preferential duty rates for HS 510810. Examples include agreements involving the United States (e.g., with Australia, Chile, South Korea), the European Union (via its network of FTAs), and the United Kingdom (e.g., UK Global Tariff with preferential rates for certain countries). The implication for importers is significant cost savings. For instance, if the standard MFN duty is 3.20% but a preferential rate of Free is available under a specific trade agreement, an importer could save the entire duty amount. To benefit, importers must ensure the goods originate from a partner country, meet the rules of origin, and possess the correct documentation (like a Certificate of Origin) to substantiate their claim.