Wool grease and fatty substances derived therefrom (including lanolin)
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Heading 1505 covers wool grease and fatty substances derived from it, including lanolin. The heading is split between crude wool grease under 1505.00.10.00 and all other products under 1505.00.90.00.
Products in this heading
- Crude wool grease
- Refined wool grease
- Lanolin
- Anhydrous lanolin
- Cosmetic-grade lanolin
- Wool wax
- Fatty substances derived from wool grease for industrial use
How to choose the right subheading
- Check whether the product is crude wool grease; if yes, use 1505.00.10.00.
- Check whether the product is wool grease that is not crude, or a fatty substance derived from wool grease such as lanolin; if yes, use 1505.00.90.00.
- Confirm the product is wool-derived grease or a derived fatty substance, not another animal fat, wax or glycerol.
- Use the degree of processing, not the end use, to choose between crude and other.
Often confused with
- Heading 1501Lard
Pig fat, not a wool-derived grease or fatty substance.
- Heading 1502Tallow
Fat from bovine animals, sheep or goats, not wool grease.
- Heading 1504Fish oil
Marine oil, not derived from wool grease.
- Heading 1521Beeswax
Insect wax, not wool grease or lanolin.
Frequently asked questions
What is the HTS code for lanolin?
Lanolin is classified under 1505.00.90.00; the general (MFN) rate is 2.4%.
What is the duty on crude wool grease?
Crude wool grease is classified under 1505.00.10.00; the general (MFN) rate is 1.3 cents/kg.
How do I classify refined wool grease?
If the product is not crude wool grease, classify it under 1505.00.90.00; the general (MFN) rate is 2.4%. Crude wool grease goes under 1505.00.10.00 at 1.3 cents/kg.
Guide written from the official schedule text. Rates quoted are general (MFN) rates; check the line page for trade agreement rates and the classification of your exact product.