HS Code 5102
Fine or Coarse Animal Hair
HS code 5102 is the classification for raw animal hair, including cashmere, mohair, and rabbit hair, provided it has not been carded or combed for spinning.
4-digit Section XILCL
HS Code 5102 — Fine or Coarse Animal Hair
This code represents animal hair other than sheep's wool that has not been carded or combed. It distinguishes between 'fine' hair like alpaca or cashmere and 'coarse' hair such as yak or camel hair.
What's included
- Cashmere goat hair
- Alpaca hair
- Angora rabbit hair
- Camel hair
- Horsehair
What's excluded
- Sheep or lamb wool → use
5101(Sheep wool is specifically covered by heading 5101) - Human hair → use
0501(Human hair is classified in Section I)
Common examples
- Raw Mongolian cashmere
- Unprocessed alpaca fleece
- Angora goat mohair locks
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between fine and coarse hair?
Fine hair includes alpaca, cashmere, and angora; coarse hair includes camel and yak hair not suitable for the finest garments.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 5%
- Documentation: Some rare animal hairs may be subject to CITES restrictions if the species is protected.
- Typical shipping mode: LCL
- Top exporters: Mongolia, China, Peru
- Top importers: Italy, China, United Kingdom
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Key takeaway
Applies to all non-sheep animal hair in its raw, uncombed state.
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