HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5102.19 – Hair; fine animal hair, not carded or combed, other than of kashmir (cashmere) goats
HS code 5102.19 is the 6-digit subheading for hair, fine animal hair, not carded or combed, other than of kashmir (cashmere) goats. It is used for raw alpaca fiber, raw mohair, raw vicuña fiber, raw camel hair and raw yak hair.
What HS 5102.19 covers
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.
- Covers
- Raw alpaca fiber
- Raw mohair
- Raw vicuña fiber
- Raw camel hair
- Raw yak hair
- Raw angora rabbit hair
- Baby alpaca fiber
- Examples
- Peruvian alpaca
- South African mohair
- Mongolian yak hair
- Angora rabbit wool
- Vicuña fiber
Codes often confused with 5102.19
Common mistake. This code is distinguished from 510211 by excluding cashmere, and from 510220 (coarse animal hair) by the fineness of the fibers.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 510219, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 510219 in UN Comtrade data was Peru, with about 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 31% 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 Peru* ~$14M 25% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 Lesotho* ~$10.0M 18% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Belgium $3.8M 6.9% of world exports
World total: $55M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $20M 31% of world imports
- 2 South Africa $13M 20% of world imports
- 3 China $8.6M 13% of world imports
World total: $65M 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 5102.19
Brazil does not split HS 5102.19: its NCM code is 5102.19.00.
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 5102.19
What is HS code 510219?
HS code 510219 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that 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.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 510219?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 510219 in UN Comtrade data were Peru (about $14M, 25% of world exports), Lesotho (about $10.0M) and Belgium ($3.8M). World exports came to about $55M, 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 510219?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 510219 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($20M, 31% of world imports), South Africa ($13M) and China ($8.6M). World imports came to about $65M, 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 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.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 510219?
In Brazil, HS code 510219 is NCM 5102.19.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.