Product classification
HS code for Horsehair (raw): 5102.20
Hair, coarse animal hair, not carded or combed.
Classification of horsehair (raw) under HS 5102.20
Horsehair in its raw state is classified under HS code 5102.20. This classification is situated within Chapter 51 of the Harmonized System, which encompasses wool, fine or coarse animal hair, and horsehair yarn. Specifically, heading 5102 covers fine or coarse animal hair that has not undergone the mechanical processes of carding or combing. Horsehair is uniquely identified within the subheadings of this category as a type of coarse animal hair. The classification depends strictly on the state of the hair; it must be in its natural state, though it may have been washed, bleached, or dyed, provided the fibers have not been aligned or processed for spinning. According to the Explanatory Notes to Section XI, horsehair is defined as the hair of the manes or tails of equine or bovine animals. If the horsehair has been bundled or prepared for brush-making, it might fall under Chapter 96, but for bulk raw material intended for textile or industrial use, 5102.20 is the correct designation. The distinction between fine and coarse hair is critical, as fine hair (like cashmere) is classified under 5102.11 or 5102.19, whereas horsehair is always treated as coarse.
- Covers
- Raw horsehair from the mane
- Raw horsehair from the tail
- Washed or scoured horsehair
- Bleached or dyed horsehair (not carded)
- Horsehair waste (not pulled or garnetted)
- Also under 5102.20
- Horsehair for brushes
- Cattle hair for felts
- Goat hair for interlinings
- Pig bristles for paintbrushes
- Mattress stuffing hair
Codes often confused with 5102.20
Common mistake. Horsehair is frequently misclassified under HS code 0511.99, which covers animal products not elsewhere specified. However, because horsehair is specifically mentioned in Chapter 51 for textile materials, 5102.20 takes precedence. Another common error is using 5105.40, which is for coarse animal hair that has been carded or combed. If the fibers have been mechanically straightened or aligned in preparation for spinning, 5105 is the correct heading, not 5102.
Top exporters and importers of HS 510220 (the code used for horsehair (raw)), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 510220 (the code used for horsehair (raw)) in UN Comtrade data was Mongolia, with about 63% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 58% 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 510220, not only horsehair (raw).
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Mongolia* ~$10M 63% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 Netherlands $1.1M 6.5% of world exports
- 3 Turkmenistan* ~$1.0M 6.3% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $16M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $14M 58% of world imports
- 2 India $4.8M 20% of world imports
- 3 Germany $1.9M 8.0% of world imports
World total: $24M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 code for horsehair (raw)
Brazil classifies horsehair (raw) under NCM 5102.20.00: HS 5102.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about horsehair (raw)
What is the HS code for Horsehair (raw)?
The HS code for Horsehair (raw) is 510220 (Hair; coarse animal hair, not carded or combed).
How do I classify Horsehair (raw) for customs?
Horsehair (raw) is classified under HS code 510220 — Hair; coarse animal hair, not carded or combed. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for raw horsehair?
The HS code for raw horsehair, provided it has not been carded or combed, is 5102.20.
Does this code include horsehair prepared for brushes?
No, horsehair that has been bundled or prepared for the manufacture of brushes or brooms is typically classified under HS code 9603.00.
Which countries are the top exporters of horsehair (raw) (HS 510220)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 510220 (the code used for horsehair (raw)) in UN Comtrade data were Mongolia (about $10M, 63% of world exports), the Netherlands ($1.1M) and Turkmenistan (about $1.0M). World exports came to about $16M, 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 (raw) (HS 510220)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 510220 (the code used for horsehair (raw)) in UN Comtrade data were China ($14M, 58% of world imports), India ($4.8M) and Germany ($1.9M). World imports came to about $24M, 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 (raw) the same in all countries?
The base HS code 510220 for Horsehair (raw) 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 (raw) in Brazil?
In Brazil, horsehair (raw) (HS 510220) is classified under NCM 5102.20.00.