HS Code for Retail fine animal hair blend yarn

HS code 510990 applies to yarn made of wool or fine animal hair that contains less than 85% by weight of these natural fibers, provided the yarn is put up for retail sale. This classification is part of Chapter 51, which governs animal hair textiles. While 510910 is reserved for high-purity yarns, 510990 acts as the category for blends where wool or fine animal hair (such as cashmere, mohair, or alpaca) is present but mixed significantly with other materials, such as synthetic fibers or silk. The "put up for retail sale" designation is essential, meaning the yarn is packaged in small quantities (e.g., 50g or 100g balls) intended for individual knitters or crafters. The classification depends on the weight of the animal hair relative to the total weight of the yarn; if the animal hair is the predominant textile material but falls below the 85% threshold, this code is the correct choice.

Products Included

• 50% cashmere and 50% acrylic blend yarn
• 70% wool and 30% nylon retail yarn
• Blended alpaca yarn (under 85% alpaca) for retail
• Wool and silk blend yarn in consumer packaging

Common Misclassification

The most common misclassification is with HS code 510910, which is only for yarns with 85% or more animal hair. Another error involves HS code 5511, which covers yarn of man-made staple fibers put up for retail sale; if the synthetic fiber content exceeds 85%, the product may need to be moved to Chapter 55.

FAQ

What is the HS code for retail fine animal hair blend yarn?

The HS code for yarn of wool or fine animal hair containing less than 85% by weight, put up for retail sale, is 510990.

What if the yarn contains more than 85% wool?

If the wool or fine animal hair content is 85% or more by weight, it should be classified under HS code 510910.