About HS Code 510539
This HS code encompasses carded or combed fine animal hair from sources other than cashmere goats. This category includes luxurious fibers like alpaca, mohair (from Angora goats), vicuña, guanaco, llama, and angora rabbit hair. Similar to wool, carding prepares these fibers for spinning by disentangling them, while combing aligns them and removes impurities, resulting in a smoother, more uniform material. These fine hairs are highly valued in the global textile market for their unique properties, such as softness, luster, warmth, and hypoallergenic qualities, making them suitable for high-end apparel, knitwear, and specialty fabrics. Major importers are textile manufacturers in countries like Italy, China, Japan, and Peru, which specialize in luxury and natural fiber textiles. Exporters are typically countries known for raising these specific animals, such as Peru (alpaca), South Africa (mohair), and various regions for angora rabbit. The trade is driven by niche market demand for sustainable and luxurious natural fibers.
Products Under This Code
Carded alpaca fiber, Combed mohair tops, Vicuña sliver, Angora rabbit hair roving, Llama fiber carded, Guanaco combed fiber, Baby alpaca tops
Real World Examples
Peruvian Alpaca Fiber, South African Mohair Tops, Angora Rabbit Hair from France, Vicuña from Andes, Baby Alpaca from Arequipa
Common Misclassification
This code is distinguished from 510531 (cashmere) by the specific animal source and from 510540 (coarse animal hair) by the fineness of the hair, which significantly impacts its end-use and value.
Products Classified Under 5105.39
Industry
This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.
Trade Overview
Top importers include Italy, China, and Japan; major exporters are Peru, South Africa, and Argentina.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 510539?
HS code 510539 covers: Hair; fine animal hair, carded or combed, other than of kashmir (cashmere) goats. This HS code encompasses carded or combed fine animal hair from sources other than cashmere goats. This category includes luxurious fibers like alpaca, mohair (from Angora goats), vicuña, guanaco, llama, and angora rabbit hair. Similar to wool, carding prepares these fibers for spinning by disentangling them, while combing aligns them and removes impurities, resulting in a smoother, more uniform material. These fine hairs are highly valued in the global textile market for their unique properties, such as softness, luster, warmth, and hypoallergenic qualities, making them suitable for high-end apparel, knitwear, and specialty fabrics. Major importers are textile manufacturers in countries like Italy, China, Japan, and Peru, which specialize in luxury and natural fiber textiles. Exporters are typically countries known for raising these specific animals, such as Peru (alpaca), South Africa (mohair), and various regions for angora rabbit. The trade is driven by niche market demand for sustainable and luxurious natural fibers.
What products fall under HS code 510539?
Carded alpaca fiber, Combed mohair tops, Vicuña sliver, Angora rabbit hair roving, Llama fiber carded, Guanaco combed fiber, Baby alpaca tops
What are common misclassifications for HS code 510539?
This code is distinguished from 510531 (cashmere) by the specific animal source and from 510540 (coarse animal hair) by the fineness of the hair, which significantly impacts its end-use and value.
How is HS code 510539 structured?
HS code 510539 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 (39) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.