HS Code for Combed wool (fragments)

HS code 5105.21 is specifically allocated for combed wool in fragments. In the textile industry, during the production of wool tops (which are continuous slivers of combed wool), certain portions may become broken or are produced as shorter, non-continuous lengths. These are referred to as 'fragments.' While they have undergone the full combing process—meaning the fibers are aligned and the noils have been removed—they do not possess the continuous length required for standard top-to-yarn worsted spinning. The classification under 5105.21 is determined by the physical state of the combed wool. According to the Explanatory Notes to heading 5105, this subheading includes combed wool that is not in the form of continuous slivers but rather in pieces or fragments. This distinction is important for customs valuation and trade statistics, as fragments often command a different market price than intact, continuous wool tops.

Products Included

• Broken wool tops
• Combed wool in non-continuous pieces
• Fragments of combed wool slivers
• Combed wool 'open' fragments
• Short lengths of combed wool resulting from machine stoppages

Common Misclassification

The most frequent misclassification for this product is HS code 5105.29, which is the code for 'other' combed wool, primarily continuous wool tops. If the wool is in broken pieces, it must be classified under 5105.21. Another common error is confusing fragments with wool waste (noils), which are classified under HS code 5103.10. Noils are the short fibers removed *during* the combing process, whereas fragments are pieces of the *actual* combed product that have simply been broken or cut. Finally, carded wool (5105.10) is sometimes confused with fragments, but carded wool has not yet reached the level of fiber alignment found in combed fragments.

FAQ

What is the HS code for combed wool fragments?

The HS code for combed wool in fragments is 5105.21.

Are wool noils the same as combed wool fragments?

No, wool noils are waste products (short fibers removed during combing) classified in 5103, while fragments are pieces of the high-quality combed wool itself.