HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5102.11 – Hair; fine animal hair, not carded or combed, of kashmir (cashmere) goats
HS code 5102.11 is the 6-digit subheading for hair, fine animal hair, not carded or combed, of kashmir (cashmere) goats. It is used for raw cashmere fiber, dehaired cashmere, greasy cashmere, white cashmere and brown cashmere.
What HS 5102.11 covers
This code specifically identifies raw, uncarded, and uncombed fine animal hair sourced from Kashmir (cashmere) goats. Cashmere is a highly prized natural fiber known for its exceptional softness, warmth, and luxurious feel, making it a premium commodity in the global textile market. The primary exporters are countries with significant populations of cashmere goats, notably China and Mongolia, which dominate the raw cashmere supply. Importers are typically high-end textile manufacturers and fashion brands in Italy, Japan, and other European countries, where it is processed into luxury garments, scarves, and accessories. Key considerations in this trade include the fineness and length of the fibers, ethical sourcing practices, and traceability, as counterfeit cashmere is a concern. The market is sensitive to supply fluctuations, animal welfare standards, and consumer demand for luxury goods, often commanding very high prices per kilogram.
- Covers
- Raw cashmere fiber
- Dehaired cashmere
- Greasy cashmere
- White cashmere
- Brown cashmere
- Mongolian cashmere
- Chinese cashmere
- Examples
- Loro Piana (for sourcing)
- Brunello Cucinelli (for sourcing)
- Inner Mongolian cashmere
- Alashan cashmere
Codes often confused with 5102.11
Common mistake. This code is distinct from 510219 (other fine animal hair) due to its specific origin from Kashmir goats, and from 510220 (coarse animal hair) by its fineness.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 510211, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 510211 in UN Comtrade data was Mongolia, with about 57% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 78% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Mongolia* ~$62M 57% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 China $20M 18% of world exports
- 3 Italy $13M 12% of world exports
World total: $110M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $269M 78% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $47M 13% of world imports
- 3 India $5.9M 1.7% of world imports
World total: $346M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 5102.11
Brazil does not split HS 5102.11: its NCM code is 5102.11.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 51.02 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 5102.11
What is HS code 510211?
HS code 510211 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Hair; fine animal hair, not carded or combed, of kashmir (cashmere) goats. This code specifically identifies raw, uncarded, and uncombed fine animal hair sourced from Kashmir (cashmere) goats. Cashmere is a highly prized natural fiber known for its exceptional softness, warmth, and luxurious feel, making it a premium commodity in the global textile market. The primary exporters are countries with significant populations of cashmere goats, notably China and Mongolia, which dominate the raw cashmere supply. Importers are typically high-end textile manufacturers and fashion brands in Italy, Japan, and other European countries, where it is processed into luxury garments, scarves, and accessories. Key considerations in this trade include the fineness and length of the fibers, ethical sourcing practices, and traceability, as counterfeit cashmere is a concern. The market is sensitive to supply fluctuations, animal welfare standards, and consumer demand for luxury goods, often commanding very high prices per kilogram.
What products fall under HS code 510211?
Raw cashmere fiber, Dehaired cashmere, Greasy cashmere, White cashmere, Brown cashmere, Mongolian cashmere, Chinese cashmere
What are common misclassifications for HS code 510211?
This code is distinct from 510219 (other fine animal hair) due to its specific origin from Kashmir goats, and from 510220 (coarse animal hair) by its fineness.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 510211?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 510211 in UN Comtrade data were Mongolia (about $62M, 57% of world exports), China ($20M) and Italy ($13M). World exports came to about $110M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 510211?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 510211 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($269M, 78% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($47M) and India ($5.9M). World imports came to about $346M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 510211 structured?
HS code 510211 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (51) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (11) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 510211?
In Brazil, HS code 510211 is NCM 5102.11.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.