HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5103.20 – Wool and hair; waste of wool or of fine animal hair, including yarn waste, but excluding garnetted stock and noils of wool or of fine animal hair
HS code 5103.20 is the 6-digit subheading for wool and hair, waste of wool or of fine animal hair, including yarn waste, but excluding garnetted stock and noils of wool or of fine animal hair. It is used for wool spinning waste, fine animal hair weaving waste, wool fiber scraps, cashmere yarn waste (excluding noils) and alpaca processing waste.
What HS 5103.20 covers
This HS code encompasses various forms of waste from wool or fine animal hair, including yarn waste, but specifically excludes noils and garnetted stock. This category captures a broader range of textile byproducts, such as spinning waste, weaving waste, and other processing residues that are not suitable for primary textile production but can be recycled or repurposed. Exporters are typically textile mills and garment manufacturers globally, particularly in major production hubs. Importers are often companies specializing in recycling, insulation, padding, or the production of lower-grade non-woven materials and felts. The trade in this waste material is driven by cost-effectiveness and environmental considerations, as it provides a sustainable source of fiber. Key factors include the type of fiber, its cleanliness, and the form of the waste, which dictates its potential for reuse. This segment plays a crucial role in reducing industrial waste and supporting circular economy initiatives within the textile sector.
- Covers
- Wool spinning waste
- Fine animal hair weaving waste
- Wool fiber scraps
- Cashmere yarn waste (excluding noils)
- Alpaca processing waste
- Textile mill waste (wool/fine hair)
- Carding waste (excluding noils)
- Examples
- Recycled fiber for insulation
- Automotive sound dampening
- Felt padding
- Mattress filling
- Geo-textiles
- Low-grade blankets
Codes often confused with 5103.20
Common mistake. This code is differentiated from 510310 (noils and specific yarn waste) and 510400 (garnetted stock), as it covers other forms of waste not falling into those more specific categories.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 510320, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 510320 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 27% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 41% 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 China $2.1M 27% of world exports
- 2 United Kingdom $1.5M 19% of world exports
- 3 Czechia $663K 8.7% of world exports
World total: $7.6M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $2.4M 41% of world imports
- 2 United States $357K 6.1% of world imports
- 3 Lithuania $348K 5.9% of world imports
World total: $5.8M 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 5103.20
Brazil does not split HS 5103.20: its NCM code is 5103.20.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 51.03 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 5103.20
What is HS code 510320?
HS code 510320 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Wool and hair; waste of wool or of fine animal hair, including yarn waste, but excluding garnetted stock and noils of wool or of fine animal hair. This HS code encompasses various forms of waste from wool or fine animal hair, including yarn waste, but specifically excludes noils and garnetted stock. This category captures a broader range of textile byproducts, such as spinning waste, weaving waste, and other processing residues that are not suitable for primary textile production but can be recycled or repurposed. Exporters are typically textile mills and garment manufacturers globally, particularly in major production hubs. Importers are often companies specializing in recycling, insulation, padding, or the production of lower-grade non-woven materials and felts. The trade in this waste material is driven by cost-effectiveness and environmental considerations, as it provides a sustainable source of fiber. Key factors include the type of fiber, its cleanliness, and the form of the waste, which dictates its potential for reuse. This segment plays a crucial role in reducing industrial waste and supporting circular economy initiatives within the textile sector.
What products fall under HS code 510320?
Wool spinning waste, Fine animal hair weaving waste, Wool fiber scraps, Cashmere yarn waste (excluding noils), Alpaca processing waste, Textile mill waste (wool/fine hair), Carding waste (excluding noils)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 510320?
This code is differentiated from 510310 (noils and specific yarn waste) and 510400 (garnetted stock), as it covers other forms of waste not falling into those more specific categories.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 510320?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 510320 in UN Comtrade data were China ($2.1M, 27% of world exports), the United Kingdom ($1.5M) and Czechia ($663K). World exports came to about $7.6M, 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 510320?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 510320 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($2.4M, 41% of world imports), the United States ($357K) and Lithuania ($348K). World imports came to about $5.8M, 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 510320 structured?
HS code 510320 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (51) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (03) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 510320?
In Brazil, HS code 510320 is NCM 5103.20.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.