Product classification

HS code for Horsehair fabric: 5113.00

Fabrics, woven, of coarse animal hair or of horsehair.

Classification of horsehair fabric under HS 5113.00

Horsehair fabric falls under HS code 511300. This classification is determined by the material composition, specifically woven fabrics made from coarse animal hair or horsehair. Chapter 51 covers wool and fine or coarse animal hair, and 5113 is the specific heading for woven fabrics of these materials. Horsehair is defined in the HS notes as hair of the manes or tails of equine or bovine animals. These fabrics are unique due to their extreme durability and stiffness, making them ideal for specific industrial and high-end fashion applications. The classification process involves identifying the fiber content; if the fabric is a blend, it must be classified according to the material that predominates by weight, following the rules set out in Note 2 to Section XI. However, 5113 is quite specific to the unique properties of horsehair, which is known for its stiffness and durability. This code ensures that these specialized textiles are distinguished from standard wool or synthetic fabrics.

Covers
  • Woven horsehair cloth used for antique furniture upholstery
  • Horsehair interlinings for structured coat lapels
  • Sieve cloths made from woven horsehair
  • Decorative fabrics woven with horsehair for wall coverings
  • Stiffening fabrics for millinery (hat making)
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. Horsehair fabric is frequently misclassified under 0503, which is the code for raw horsehair that has not yet been woven into fabric. Another common error is using 5111 or 5112, which are for woven fabrics of carded or combed wool or fine animal hair. Horsehair is specifically categorized as "coarse animal hair," which excludes it from those headings. Furthermore, if the fabric is made of synthetic fibers that merely imitate the look of horsehair, it must be classified in Chapter 54 or 55. Importers must ensure the material is genuine equine or bovine mane/tail hair to use 511300.

51.11Woven fabrics of carded wool or of carded fine animal hair51.12Woven fabrics of combed wool or of combed fine animal hair

Top exporters and importers of HS 511300 (the code used for horsehair fabric), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 511300 (the code used for horsehair 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 horsehair fabric.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 Türkiye $2.3M
  2. 2 China $2.2M
  3. 3 Italy $659K

World total: $7.3M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Saudi Arabia $2.1M
  2. 2 Italy $1.8M
  3. 3 United Kingdom $398K

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 horsehair 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 horsehair fabric

What is the HS code for Horsehair fabric?

The HS code for Horsehair fabric is 511300 (Fabrics, woven; of coarse animal hair or of horsehair). The HS code for woven fabrics of horsehair or coarse animal hair is 511300.

How do I classify Horsehair fabric for customs?

Horsehair fabric is classified under HS code 511300 — Fabrics, woven; of coarse animal hair or of horsehair. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

Is fabric made from bovine tail hair classified here?

Yes, the HS definition of "horsehair" includes the hair of the manes or tails of bovine animals, so fabrics woven from such hair are classified under 511300.

Which countries are the top exporters of horsehair fabric (HS 511300)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 511300 (the code used for horsehair 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 horsehair fabric (HS 511300)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 511300 (the code used for horsehair 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 Horsehair fabric the same in all countries?

The base HS code 511300 for Horsehair 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 horsehair fabric in Brazil?

Brazil splits HS 511300 into 4 NCM codes, so the right one for horsehair 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).