Product classification
HS code for Raw fine animal hair: 5102.19
Hair, fine animal hair, not carded or combed, other than of kashmir (cashmere) goats.
Classification of raw fine animal hair under HS 5102.19
Raw fine animal hair, excluding cashmere, is classified under HS code 5102.19. This category is a "basket" code for high-quality animal fibers that are not sheep's wool and not cashmere. According to the HS Chapter 51 notes, "fine animal hair" refers to the hair of alpaca, llama, vicuna, camel (including dromedary), yak, Angora goat (mohair), Tibetan goat, Angora rabbit, hare, beaver, nutria, or muskrat. To fall under 5102.19, these hairs must be in their raw state or simply washed, bleached, or dyed. They must not have been carded or combed. This classification is critical because these fibers are often extremely expensive and subject to specific trade protections or CITES regulations (in the case of vicuna). The distinction between fine hair and coarse hair (5102.20) is based on the softness and fineness of the fibers, which determines their end-use in luxury textiles. Importers must ensure the specific animal species is documented to justify the use of this code over the coarse hair or wool categories.
- Covers
- Raw alpaca fiber
- Raw mohair (Angora goat)
- Raw Angora rabbit hair
- Raw camel hair
- Raw vicuna or llama hair
- Also under 5102.19
- Peruvian alpaca
- South African mohair
- Mongolian yak hair
- Angora rabbit wool
- Vicuña fiber
Codes often confused with 5102.19
Common mistake. This code is often confused with HS code 5102.11, which is exclusively for cashmere. It is also frequently misclassified under 5101 (wool) if the user does not distinguish between sheep and other animals. If the hair has been carded or combed, it must be classified under 5105.29 or 5105.39.
Top exporters and importers of HS 510219 (the code used for raw fine animal hair), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 510219 (the code used for raw fine animal hair) in UN Comtrade data was Peru, with about 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 31% 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 510219, not only raw fine animal hair.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Peru* ~$14M 25% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 Lesotho* ~$10.0M 18% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Belgium $3.8M 6.9% of world exports
World total: $55M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $20M 31% of world imports
- 2 South Africa $13M 20% of world imports
- 3 China $8.6M 13% of world imports
World total: $65M 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 fine animal hair
Brazil classifies raw fine animal hair under NCM 5102.19.00: HS 5102.19 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about raw fine animal hair
What is the HS code for Raw fine animal hair?
The HS code for Raw fine animal hair is 510219 (Hair; fine animal hair, not carded or combed, other than of kashmir (cashmere) goats). The HS code for fine animal hair (other than cashmere) that is not carded or combed is 5102.19.
How do I classify Raw fine animal hair for customs?
Raw fine animal hair is classified under HS code 510219 — Hair; fine animal hair, not carded or combed, other than of kashmir (cashmere) goats. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is alpaca hair classified here?
Yes, raw or washed alpaca hair is classified under 5102.19 as it is considered a fine animal hair.
Which countries are the top exporters of raw fine animal hair (HS 510219)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 510219 (the code used for raw fine animal hair) in UN Comtrade data were Peru (about $14M, 25% of world exports), Lesotho (about $10.0M) and Belgium ($3.8M). World exports came to about $55M, 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 fine animal hair (HS 510219)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 510219 (the code used for raw fine animal hair) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($20M, 31% of world imports), South Africa ($13M) and China ($8.6M). World imports came to about $65M, 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 fine animal hair the same in all countries?
The base HS code 510219 for Raw fine 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 fine animal hair in Brazil?
In Brazil, raw fine animal hair (HS 510219) is classified under NCM 5102.19.00.