About HS Code 510531
This specific HS code covers fine animal hair from Kashmir (cashmere) goats that has undergone either carding or combing. Cashmere is renowned for its exceptional softness, lightness, and warmth, making it one of the most luxurious natural fibers. The carding process disentangles and cleans the fibers, while combing further aligns them and removes coarser hairs, preparing them for spinning into high-end yarns. In international trade, this material is a highly sought-after raw material for the luxury textile industry, used in premium sweaters, scarves, coats, and blankets. Major importers are countries with strong luxury fashion and textile manufacturing sectors, such as Italy, China, Japan, and the United States. Exporters are primarily countries where cashmere goats are raised and processed, notably Mongolia, China, and Afghanistan, which are the leading producers of raw cashmere. The trade is characterized by high value, strict quality control, and sensitivity to supply chain ethics and animal welfare.
Products Under This Code
Carded cashmere fiber, Combed cashmere sliver, Raw cashmere dehaired, Cashmere top, Fine cashmere roving, Mongolian cashmere fiber, Tibetan cashmere fiber
Real World Examples
Loro Piana Cashmere (raw material form), Brunello Cucinelli Cashmere (raw material form), Mongolian Cashmere Tops, Inner Mongolian Dehaired Cashmere
Common Misclassification
This code is specifically for cashmere and should not be confused with 510539 (other fine animal hair, carded or combed) which covers fibers like alpaca or mohair, or 510540 (coarse animal hair), due to the unique properties and value of cashmere.
Products Classified Under 5105.31
Industry
This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.
Trade Overview
Top importers include Italy, China, and Japan; major exporters are Mongolia and China.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 510531?
HS code 510531 covers: Hair; fine animal hair, carded or combed, of kashmir (cashmere) goats. This specific HS code covers fine animal hair from Kashmir (cashmere) goats that has undergone either carding or combing. Cashmere is renowned for its exceptional softness, lightness, and warmth, making it one of the most luxurious natural fibers. The carding process disentangles and cleans the fibers, while combing further aligns them and removes coarser hairs, preparing them for spinning into high-end yarns. In international trade, this material is a highly sought-after raw material for the luxury textile industry, used in premium sweaters, scarves, coats, and blankets. Major importers are countries with strong luxury fashion and textile manufacturing sectors, such as Italy, China, Japan, and the United States. Exporters are primarily countries where cashmere goats are raised and processed, notably Mongolia, China, and Afghanistan, which are the leading producers of raw cashmere. The trade is characterized by high value, strict quality control, and sensitivity to supply chain ethics and animal welfare.
What products fall under HS code 510531?
Carded cashmere fiber, Combed cashmere sliver, Raw cashmere dehaired, Cashmere top, Fine cashmere roving, Mongolian cashmere fiber, Tibetan cashmere fiber
What are common misclassifications for HS code 510531?
This code is specifically for cashmere and should not be confused with 510539 (other fine animal hair, carded or combed) which covers fibers like alpaca or mohair, or 510540 (coarse animal hair), due to the unique properties and value of cashmere.
How is HS code 510531 structured?
HS code 510531 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (51) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (05) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (31) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.