About HS Code 510219
This category covers raw, uncarded, and uncombed fine animal hair from sources other than Kashmir goats. This includes valuable fibers like alpaca, vicuña, camel, yak, angora rabbit, and mohair (from Angora goats). These fibers are also highly sought after for their unique properties, such as softness, luster, and warmth, serving various segments of the luxury and specialty textile markets. Exporters are diverse, ranging from South American countries for alpaca and vicuña, to Turkey and South Africa for mohair, and China for yak and angora. Importers are textile manufacturers worldwide, particularly those specializing in high-quality knitwear, woven fabrics, and luxury accessories. Key aspects of this trade involve the specific characteristics of each fiber type, ethical sourcing, and sustainable farming practices. The market for these "other" fine hairs is often niche but commands significant value due to their unique qualities and limited supply.
Products Under This Code
Raw alpaca fiber, Raw mohair, Raw vicuña fiber, Raw camel hair, Raw yak hair, Raw angora rabbit hair, Baby alpaca fiber
Real World Examples
Peruvian alpaca, South African mohair, Mongolian yak hair, Angora rabbit wool, Vicuña fiber
Common Misclassification
This code is distinguished from 510211 by excluding cashmere, and from 510220 (coarse animal hair) by the fineness of the fibers.
Products Classified Under 5102.19
Industry
This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.
Trade Overview
Peru (alpaca), South Africa (mohair), and China (yak, angora) are key exporters, with global textile centers as importers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 510219?
HS code 510219 covers: Hair; fine animal hair, not carded or combed, other than of kashmir (cashmere) goats. This category covers raw, uncarded, and uncombed fine animal hair from sources other than Kashmir goats. This includes valuable fibers like alpaca, vicuña, camel, yak, angora rabbit, and mohair (from Angora goats). These fibers are also highly sought after for their unique properties, such as softness, luster, and warmth, serving various segments of the luxury and specialty textile markets. Exporters are diverse, ranging from South American countries for alpaca and vicuña, to Turkey and South Africa for mohair, and China for yak and angora. Importers are textile manufacturers worldwide, particularly those specializing in high-quality knitwear, woven fabrics, and luxury accessories. Key aspects of this trade involve the specific characteristics of each fiber type, ethical sourcing, and sustainable farming practices. The market for these "other" fine hairs is often niche but commands significant value due to their unique qualities and limited supply.
What products fall under HS code 510219?
Raw alpaca fiber, Raw mohair, Raw vicuña fiber, Raw camel hair, Raw yak hair, Raw angora rabbit hair, Baby alpaca fiber
What are common misclassifications for HS code 510219?
This code is distinguished from 510211 by excluding cashmere, and from 510220 (coarse animal hair) by the fineness of the fibers.
How is HS code 510219 structured?
HS code 510219 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 (19) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.