HS Code 5112
Woven Combed Wool and Fine Animal Hair Fabrics
HS code 5112 covers woven fabrics of combed wool or fine animal hair, primarily used for premium lightweight suiting, trousers, and refined formal apparel garme
HS Code 5112 — Woven Combed Wool and Fine Animal Hair Fabrics
This code represents high-quality woven fabrics made from combed wool or fine animal hair. The combing process removes short fibers and aligns long ones, creating a smooth, strong, and sleek finish that is ideal for lightweight formal tailoring and high-end suiting.
What's included
- Worsted wool fabrics
- Lightweight combed cashmere
- Tropical wool suiting
- Gabardine wool
What's excluded
- Carded wool fabrics → use
5111(Carded fibers produce a fuzzy texture rather than a smooth worsted finish)
Common examples
- Super 100s wool suiting fabric
- Combed merino wool cloth for trousers
- Worsted wool gabardine
- Combed mohair for tuxedo production
Frequently asked questions
What determines if a fabric is under 5112?
It must be woven and the wool or fine hair must have undergone combing to align the fibers for a smooth finish.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 8% - 18%
- Documentation: Verify fiber fineness (microns) as it may impact valuation and specific sub-classification.
- Typical shipping mode: LCL
- Top exporters: Italy, United Kingdom, India
- Top importers: United States, China, Germany
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Key takeaway
5112 is the standard code for the 'worsted' fabrics used in high-end suits and formal wear.
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