HS Code for Carded coarse animal hair

HS code 5105.40 is designated for coarse animal hair that has been carded or combed. According to the Chapter 51 notes of the Harmonized System, "coarse animal hair" refers to all animal hair not mentioned as "fine animal hair," excluding pigs', hogs', or boars' bristles, and horsehair from the mane or tail. The carding process involves passing the hair through a series of rollers with wire teeth to untangle the fibers. This preparation is necessary before the hair can be used in industrial applications, such as the production of felt, interlinings, or coarse yarns. The classification depends on the physical state of the hair; once it has been mechanically worked beyond simple cleaning or scouring, it moves from heading 5102 to 5105. This code is essential for tracking the trade of industrial-grade animal fibers used in heavy-duty textiles and upholstery.

Products Included

• Carded horse hair (excluding mane and tail)
• Carded common goat hair
• Combed cattle hair
• Prepared coarse animal hair slivers
• Carded yak hair (coarse grades)

Common Misclassification

It is often confused with HS code 5102.20, which is reserved for coarse hair that is raw, washed, or scoured but not yet carded. It may also be confused with HS code 0502.10, which specifically covers pigs', hogs', or boars' bristles. Another common mistake is using 5105.39 if the hair is mistakenly identified as "fine" animal hair. The distinction relies on the animal species and the micron count of the fiber.

FAQ

What is the HS code for carded coarse animal hair?

The correct HS code for coarse animal hair that has been carded or combed is 5105.40.

What defines coarse hair in the HS system?

Coarse hair is defined as any animal hair other than wool or fine animal hair (such as alpaca, cashmere, or angora), and it specifically excludes bristles and horsehair from the mane or tail which fall under Chapter 5.