HS Code for Garnetted animal hair
Garnetted animal hair is classified under HS code 5104.00. This classification is part of Chapter 51, which covers wool and fine or coarse animal hair. The term "garnetted stock" refers to fibers that have been recovered from textile waste, such as rags, scrap yarn, or worn-out garments, through a mechanical process known as garnetting. During this process, the textile material is torn apart to return it to a fibrous state suitable for re-spinning or for use in non-woven applications. The Harmonized System provides a specific heading for this recycled material to distinguish it from virgin fibers and from simple textile waste that has not yet been processed. Whether the hair is from sheep (wool), goats (mohair/cashmere), or other animals, once it has undergone the garnetting process, it must be classified under 5104.00. This ensures that recycled textile inputs are tracked separately from primary raw materials in international trade.
Products Included
- Garnetted wool fibers recovered from rags
- Garnetted fine animal hair (e.g., cashmere or alpaca)
- Garnetted coarse animal hair
- Recycled animal hair fibers ready for spinning
Common Misclassification
Garnetted animal hair is frequently confused with HS code 5103, which covers waste of wool or of fine or coarse animal hair, including yarn waste but excluding garnetted stock. The key difference is the level of processing; 5103 is for raw waste, while 5104.00 is for waste that has been mechanically processed back into fiber form. It may also be confused with 5105, which covers wool or hair that has been carded or combed. However, 5105 typically refers to virgin fibers prepared for spinning, whereas 5104.00 is strictly for recovered (recycled) fibers.
FAQ
What is the HS code for garnetted animal hair?
The HS code for garnetted stock of wool or of fine or coarse animal hair is 5104.00.
What does the garnetting process involve?
Garnetting is a mechanical process where textile waste, such as rags or yarn, is shredded and pulled apart to recover individual fibers for reuse.
Industry
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Garnetted animal hair?
The HS code for Garnetted animal hair is 510400 (Wool and hair; garnetted stock of wool or of fine or coarse animal hair).
How do I classify Garnetted animal hair for customs?
Garnetted animal hair is classified under HS code 510400 — Wool and hair; garnetted stock of wool or of fine or coarse animal hair. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Garnetted animal hair the same in all countries?
The base HS code 510400 for Garnetted animal hair is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.