HS Code 0502
Animal Bristles and Hair
HS code 0502 covers raw or simply prepared bristles from pigs, hogs, or boars, and badger hair, primarily used for manufacturing brushes and brooms.
4-digit Section IFCL
HS Code 0502 — Animal Bristles and Hair
This code applies to the stiff hairs of pigs, hogs, or boars, as well as badger hair and other brush-making hair. It includes waste products from these hairs.
What's included
- Pig bristles
- Boar hair
- Badger hair
- Brush-making hair waste
What's excluded
- Prepared knots for brushes → use
9603(Hair already gathered into bunches or tufts for brush manufacture is classified as brush parts.)
Common examples
- Boar bristles for hairbrushes
- Washed pig hair for industrial brushes
- Badger hair for shaving brushes
Frequently asked questions
Is waste hair included?
Yes, waste from the processing of these bristles is covered under this code.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 6.5%
- Documentation: Requires proof of disinfection or heat treatment in many jurisdictions.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: China, Germany, United States
- Top importers: Germany, Vietnam, India
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Key takeaway
The primary raw material code for the brush and grooming tool industry.
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