Product classification
HS code for Coarse animal hair fabric: 5113.00
Fabrics, woven, of coarse animal hair or of horsehair.
Classification of coarse animal hair fabric under HS 5113.00
Woven fabrics of coarse animal hair are classified under HS code 5113.00. This classification is governed by the definitions provided in Chapter 51 of the Harmonized System, which distinguishes between wool, fine animal hair, and coarse animal hair. According to Note 1(c) to Chapter 51, \"coarse animal hair\" refers to the hair of animals not mentioned in Note 1(b), such as horsehair, or hair from the common goat, camel (other than fine), or yak. The fabric must be woven to fall under this heading. If the material is felt or non-woven, it would be classified elsewhere in Chapter 56. The classification process involves verifying the fiber diameter and the animal source to ensure it does not meet the criteria for \"fine animal hair\" (such as cashmere or mohair), which would move the product to headings 5111 or 5112. This code is critical for the textile industry to ensure that raw material origins and processing methods are correctly documented for international trade.
- Covers
- Woven horsehair fabric
- Coarse goat hair textiles
- Woven camel hair fabric (coarse grade)
- Yak hair woven cloth
- Interlining fabrics made of coarse hair
- Upholstery fabrics of coarse animal hair
- Also under 5113.00
- John Boyd Textiles horsehair fabric
- Savile Row suit interlinings (traditional)
- specialized brush manufacturing materials
- antique furniture upholstery
Codes often confused with 5113.00
Common mistake. This product is often confused with 5111 (carded wool or fine hair) or 5112 (combed wool or fine hair). The distinction is based entirely on the animal source and the fineness of the hair. If the fabric contains any amount of wool or fine animal hair, it may be classified under those headings depending on the weight and blend. Furthermore, if the fabric is coated or laminated, it might be moved to Chapter 59, which covers impregnated or coated textile fabrics.
Top exporters and importers of HS 511300 (the code used for coarse animal hair fabric), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 511300 (the code used for coarse animal hair fabric) in UN Comtrade data was Türkiye, with 32% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Saudi Arabia, with 26% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 511300, not only coarse animal hair fabric.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Türkiye $2.3M 32% of world exports
- 2 China $2.2M 31% of world exports
- 3 Italy $659K 9.0% of world exports
World total: $7.3M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Saudi Arabia $2.1M 26% of world imports
- 2 Italy $1.8M 23% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $398K 5.0% of world imports
World total: $8.0M 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 codes for coarse animal hair fabric
Brazil splits HS 5113.00 into 4 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 5113.00.11Coarse hair fabric, 85% or more coarse hair
- 5113.00.12Coarse hair fabric under 85%, containing cotton
- 5113.00.13Coarse hair fabric under 85%, without cotton
- 5113.00.20Woven fabrics of horsehair
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about coarse animal hair fabric
What is the HS code for Coarse animal hair fabric?
The HS code for Coarse animal hair fabric is 511300 (Fabrics, woven; of coarse animal hair or of horsehair). The HS code for woven fabrics of coarse animal hair or horsehair is 5113.00. This is a specific heading that does not have further sub-divisions in the standard international nomenclature.
How do I classify Coarse animal hair fabric for customs?
Coarse animal hair fabric is classified under HS code 511300 — Fabrics, woven; of coarse animal hair or of horsehair. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What defines coarse animal hair?
Coarse animal hair includes the hair of horse, common goat, camel (excluding the fine undercoat), yak, and similar animals. It is specifically defined in the Chapter 51 notes to exclude wool and fine hairs like alpaca or rabbit.
Which countries are the top exporters of coarse animal hair fabric (HS 511300)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 511300 (the code used for coarse animal hair fabric) in UN Comtrade data were Türkiye ($2.3M, 32% of world exports), China ($2.2M) and Italy ($659K). World exports came to about $7.3M, 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 coarse animal hair fabric (HS 511300)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 511300 (the code used for coarse animal hair fabric) in UN Comtrade data were Saudi Arabia ($2.1M, 26% of world imports), Italy ($1.8M) and the United Kingdom ($398K). World imports came to about $8.0M, 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.
Is the HS code for Coarse animal hair fabric the same in all countries?
The base HS code 511300 for Coarse animal hair fabric is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for coarse animal hair fabric in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 511300 into 4 NCM codes, so the right one for coarse animal hair fabric depends on the product's details: 5113.00.11 (Coarse hair fabric, 85% or more coarse hair), 5113.00.12 (Coarse hair fabric under 85%, containing cotton), 5113.00.13 (Coarse hair fabric under 85%, without cotton), 5113.00.20 (Woven fabrics of horsehair).