HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5109.10 – Yarn; of wool or of fine animal hair, containing 85% or more by weight of wool or fine animal hair, put up for retail sale
HS code 5109.10 is the 6-digit subheading for yarn, of wool or of fine animal hair, containing 85% or more by weight of wool or fine animal hair, put up for retail sale. It is used for merino wool knitting yarn, cashmere blend hand-knitting yarn, alpaca crochet yarn, pure wool sock yarn and mohair lace yarn.
What HS 5109.10 covers
This HS code covers yarn made predominantly (85% or more by weight) from wool or fine animal hair, specifically prepared and packaged for retail sale. This means the yarn is typically presented in skeins, balls, or hanks, ready for consumers to use in knitting, crocheting, weaving, or other handcrafts. The high natural fiber content signifies a premium product, valued for its softness, warmth, and natural properties. Importers are often yarn distributors, craft stores, and online retailers catering to hobbyists and artisanal producers. Exporters include specialized yarn manufacturers and brands from countries with strong textile traditions. Key aspects of trade include fiber quality, dye consistency, brand reputation, and consumer appeal for specific craft projects.
- Covers
- Merino wool knitting yarn
- Cashmere blend hand-knitting yarn
- Alpaca crochet yarn
- Pure wool sock yarn
- Mohair lace yarn
- Yak wool craft yarn
- Lambswool baby yarn
- Examples
- Rowan Yarns
- Malabrigo Yarn
- Drops Design
- Lion Brand Yarn (luxury lines)
Codes often confused with 5109.10
Common mistake. Can be confused with 510990 if the exact percentage of wool or fine animal hair is not accurately determined, as the 85% threshold is critical. It also differs from industrial yarns (5108xx) by being 'put up for retail sale'.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 510910, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 510910 in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 19% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 17% 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 Italy $47M 19% of world exports
- 2 Peru* ~$43M 18% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Norway $25M 10% of world exports
World total: $243M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $40M 17% of world imports
- 2 Germany $29M 13% of world imports
- 3 Denmark $24M 10% of world imports
World total: $234M 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 5109.10
Brazil does not split HS 5109.10: its NCM code is 5109.10.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 51.09 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 5109.10
What is HS code 510910?
HS code 510910 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Yarn; of wool or of fine animal hair, containing 85% or more by weight of wool or fine animal hair, put up for retail sale. This HS code covers yarn made predominantly (85% or more by weight) from wool or fine animal hair, specifically prepared and packaged for retail sale. This means the yarn is typically presented in skeins, balls, or hanks, ready for consumers to use in knitting, crocheting, weaving, or other handcrafts. The high natural fiber content signifies a premium product, valued for its softness, warmth, and natural properties. Importers are often yarn distributors, craft stores, and online retailers catering to hobbyists and artisanal producers. Exporters include specialized yarn manufacturers and brands from countries with strong textile traditions. Key aspects of trade include fiber quality, dye consistency, brand reputation, and consumer appeal for specific craft projects.
What products fall under HS code 510910?
Merino wool knitting yarn, cashmere blend hand-knitting yarn, alpaca crochet yarn, pure wool sock yarn, mohair lace yarn, yak wool craft yarn, lambswool baby yarn
What are common misclassifications for HS code 510910?
Can be confused with 510990 if the exact percentage of wool or fine animal hair is not accurately determined, as the 85% threshold is critical. It also differs from industrial yarns (5108xx) by being 'put up for retail sale'.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 510910?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 510910 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($47M, 19% of world exports), Peru (about $43M) and Norway ($25M). World exports came to about $243M, 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 510910?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 510910 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($40M, 17% of world imports), Germany ($29M) and Denmark ($24M). World imports came to about $234M, 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 510910 structured?
HS code 510910 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (51) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (09) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 510910?
In Brazil, HS code 510910 is NCM 5109.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.