HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5110.00 – Yarn; of coarse animal hair or of horsehair (including gimped horsehair yarn), whether or not put up for retail sale
HS code 5110.00 is the 6-digit subheading for yarn, of coarse animal hair or of horsehair (including gimped horsehair yarn), whether or not put up for retail sale. It is used for coarse goat hair yarn, horsehair upholstery yarn, yak hair industrial yarn, camel hair carpet yarn and gimped horsehair yarn.
What HS 5110.00 covers
This HS code covers yarn made from coarse animal hair or horsehair, including gimped horsehair yarn, regardless of whether it's put up for retail sale or not. Coarse animal hair refers to fibers from animals like certain breeds of goats, camels, or yaks, which are thicker and less refined than fine animal hair. These yarns are typically known for their strength, durability, and stiffness, making them suitable for specialized industrial applications rather than soft apparel. Common uses include upholstery, brushes, interlinings, and traditional textiles. Importers and exporters often include specialized textile manufacturers, brush makers, and suppliers to the furniture industry. Key aspects of trade involve the specific properties of the coarse hair, its origin, and its suitability for niche industrial or artisanal applications requiring robust materials.
- Covers
- Coarse goat hair yarn
- Horsehair upholstery yarn
- Yak hair industrial yarn
- Camel hair carpet yarn
- Gimped horsehair yarn
- Coarse wool blend yarn (for specific uses)
- Pig bristle yarn
- Examples
- John Boyd Textiles (horsehair fabrics)
- specialized brush manufacturers
- traditional rug makers
Codes often confused with 5110.00
Common mistake. Can be confused with other animal hair yarns (5108xx, 5109xx) if the 'coarse' distinction is not carefully observed, leading to incorrect duty rates due to the different material properties and applications.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 511000, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 511000 in UN Comtrade data was Switzerland, with 44% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Sweden, with 30% 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 Switzerland $886K 44% of world exports
- 2 Italy $547K 27% of world exports
- 3 South Africa $169K 8.3% of world exports
World total: $2.0M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Sweden $1.8M 30% of world imports
- 2 China $958K 16% of world imports
- 3 Belgium $928K 16% of world imports
World total: $5.9M 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 5110.00
Brazil does not split HS 5110.00: its NCM code is 5110.00.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 51.10 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 5110.00
What is HS code 511000?
HS code 511000 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Yarn; of coarse animal hair or of horsehair (including gimped horsehair yarn), whether or not put up for retail sale. This HS code covers yarn made from coarse animal hair or horsehair, including gimped horsehair yarn, regardless of whether it's put up for retail sale or not. Coarse animal hair refers to fibers from animals like certain breeds of goats, camels, or yaks, which are thicker and less refined than fine animal hair. These yarns are typically known for their strength, durability, and stiffness, making them suitable for specialized industrial applications rather than soft apparel. Common uses include upholstery, brushes, interlinings, and traditional textiles. Importers and exporters often include specialized textile manufacturers, brush makers, and suppliers to the furniture industry. Key aspects of trade involve the specific properties of the coarse hair, its origin, and its suitability for niche industrial or artisanal applications requiring robust materials.
What products fall under HS code 511000?
Coarse goat hair yarn, horsehair upholstery yarn, yak hair industrial yarn, camel hair carpet yarn, gimped horsehair yarn, coarse wool blend yarn (for specific uses), pig bristle yarn
What are common misclassifications for HS code 511000?
Can be confused with other animal hair yarns (5108xx, 5109xx) if the 'coarse' distinction is not carefully observed, leading to incorrect duty rates due to the different material properties and applications.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 511000?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 511000 in UN Comtrade data were Switzerland ($886K, 44% of world exports), Italy ($547K) and South Africa ($169K). World exports came to about $2.0M, 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 511000?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 511000 in UN Comtrade data were Sweden ($1.8M, 30% of world imports), China ($958K) and Belgium ($928K). World imports came to about $5.9M, 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 511000 structured?
HS code 511000 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (51) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (10) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (00) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 511000?
In Brazil, HS code 511000 is NCM 5110.00.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.