About HS Code 510129
This category encompasses raw wool that has been degreased but not carbonised, specifically excluding shorn wool. This often includes wool obtained from fallen animals, skin wool (pulled from hides), or other non-shorn methods. While less common than shorn wool, it still plays a role in the global wool trade, particularly for specific industrial applications or lower-grade textile products. Exporters are typically countries with significant livestock industries and meat processing sectors, as skin wool is a byproduct. Importers are often manufacturers looking for more cost-effective raw materials or those specializing in products where the origin method is less critical. Key considerations include the cleanliness and fiber length, which can vary more widely than shorn wool, impacting processing efficiency and end-product quality. The trade in this type of wool is often driven by price and availability, serving niche markets within the broader textile industry.
Products Under This Code
Skin wool, Pulled wool, Dead wool, Fellmongered wool, Degreased non-shorn wool, Lambskin wool
Real World Examples
Australian skin wool, New Zealand pulled wool, European fellmongered wool, Tannery by-product wool
Common Misclassification
This code is distinct from 510121 (shorn wool) due to the method of collection, and from 510130 if the wool has been carbonised.
Products Classified Under 5101.29
Industry
This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.
Trade Overview
Significant trade occurs between countries with large meat processing industries and textile manufacturers seeking diverse wool sources.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 510129?
HS code 510129 covers: Wool; (not carded or combed), degreased, (not carbonised), (other than shorn). This category encompasses raw wool that has been degreased but not carbonised, specifically excluding shorn wool. This often includes wool obtained from fallen animals, skin wool (pulled from hides), or other non-shorn methods. While less common than shorn wool, it still plays a role in the global wool trade, particularly for specific industrial applications or lower-grade textile products. Exporters are typically countries with significant livestock industries and meat processing sectors, as skin wool is a byproduct. Importers are often manufacturers looking for more cost-effective raw materials or those specializing in products where the origin method is less critical. Key considerations include the cleanliness and fiber length, which can vary more widely than shorn wool, impacting processing efficiency and end-product quality. The trade in this type of wool is often driven by price and availability, serving niche markets within the broader textile industry.
What products fall under HS code 510129?
Skin wool, Pulled wool, Dead wool, Fellmongered wool, Degreased non-shorn wool, Lambskin wool
What are common misclassifications for HS code 510129?
This code is distinct from 510121 (shorn wool) due to the method of collection, and from 510130 if the wool has been carbonised.
How is HS code 510129 structured?
HS code 510129 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (51) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (01) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (29) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.