Muskrat Guard Hair Waste
Muskrat guard hair waste consists of guard hairs discarded during muskrat processing. Muskrat is a fine animal hair per Chapter Note 1(b), and this waste is not garnetted stock, so it falls under tariff item 5103.20.00 as other waste of fine animal hair.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the waste is garnetted stock
Garnetted stock is excluded from this tariff item and classified separately.
If the material is carded or combed fine animal hair
Processed muskrat hair that is not waste would be classified under fine animal hair, carded or combed.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the waste is from muskrat, a fine animal hair, to avoid misclassification
• Ensure the waste is not garnetted stock
• Keep documentation of the processing stage for CBSA review
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