Product classification
HS code for Raw coarse animal hair: 5102.20
Hair, coarse animal hair, not carded or combed.
Classification of raw coarse animal hair under HS 5102.20
Raw coarse animal hair is classified under HS code 5102.20. This heading is designated for animal hair that does not meet the criteria for "fine" animal hair and has not been carded or combed. The Harmonized System defines coarse hair based on the animal species and the texture of the fiber. This category typically includes hair from bovine animals, horses (other than horsehair from the mane or tail, which may fall under 0511), and other animals whose hair is too thick for fine garment production. The classification remains in 5102.20 as long as the hair is in its raw state, washed, bleached, or dyed, provided it has not been subjected to the mechanical process of carding or combing. This code is vital for industrial applications where coarse hair is used for upholstery, felt manufacturing, or heavy-duty brushes. The distinction between fine and coarse hair is a primary dividing line in Chapter 51 of the HS nomenclature, affecting both the valuation and the regulatory requirements for the imported goods.
- Covers
- Raw bovine hair
- Coarse goat hair (non-mohair/cashmere)
- Raw pig bristles (not for brush making)
- Untreated horsehair (body hair)
- Coarse deer or elk hair
- 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. This code is often confused with HS code 0502.10, which specifically covers pigs', hogs', or boars' bristles intended for brush making. It is also misclassified under 5102.19 if the importer incorrectly identifies the hair as "fine." Additionally, if the hair has been carded, it must be moved to HS code 5105.40.
Top exporters and importers of HS 510220 (the code used for raw coarse animal hair), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 510220 (the code used for raw coarse animal hair) 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 raw coarse animal hair.
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 raw coarse animal hair
Brazil classifies raw coarse animal hair 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 raw coarse animal hair
What is the HS code for Raw coarse animal hair?
The HS code for Raw coarse animal hair is 510220 (Hair; coarse animal hair, not carded or combed). The correct HS code for coarse animal hair that is not carded or combed is 5102.20.
How do I classify Raw coarse animal hair for customs?
Raw coarse animal hair is classified under HS code 510220 — Hair; coarse animal hair, not carded or combed. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is horsehair included in this classification?
Body hair from horses is included here, but horsehair from the mane or tail is often classified under heading 0511 depending on its preparation.
Which countries are the top exporters of raw coarse animal hair (HS 510220)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 510220 (the code used for raw coarse animal hair) 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 raw coarse animal hair (HS 510220)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 510220 (the code used for raw coarse animal hair) 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 Raw coarse animal hair the same in all countries?
The base HS code 510220 for Raw coarse 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.
What is the NCM code for raw coarse animal hair in Brazil?
In Brazil, raw coarse animal hair (HS 510220) is classified under NCM 5102.20.00.