Australian Combed Cashmere Fiber
Combed cashmere staple fiber derived from Kashmir (cashmere) goats, processed to remove impurities and align the fibers for spinning. This product falls under tariff item 5105.31.00 as it is fine animal hair of Kashmir goats that has been combed, regardless of the geographic origin of the goats.
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 fiber is from other fine animal hair, such as alpaca or llama.
This alternative covers combed fine animal hair other than Kashmir goats.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the fiber is classified as combed, not carded, to qualify for this item
• Declare the clean yield and micron count accurately on customs documents
• Verify whether the goods are subject to any import permits under the Canada Border Services Agency regulations
Related Products under Tariff item 5105.31.00
Baby Cashmere Combed Fiber
Extra-soft combed cashmere fiber sourced from young Kashmir goats, characterized by very fine microns suitable for infant products. This is classified under tariff item 5105.31.00 as combed fine animal hair of Kashmir goats, with the age of the animal not affecting the tariff classification.
Colored Combed Cashmere Fiber
Naturally colored combed cashmere fiber from Kashmir goats, processed into tops for eco-friendly yarn production without the need for dyeing. This product falls under tariff item 5105.31.00 as it is combed fine animal hair of Kashmir goats; natural coloration does not alter the tariff classification.
Combed Kashmir Goat Cashmere Fiber
Premium combed cashmere fiber sourced from Kashmir goats, processed to remove impurities and align fibers for spinning into high-end yarns. This product is classified under tariff item 5105.31.00 as fine animal hair of Kashmir goats that has been combed, meeting the legal note definitions.
Degreased Combed Cashmere Top
Long, parallel cashmere fibers from Kashmir goats, combed and degreased to achieve high clean yield for worsted yarn production. This product falls under tariff item 5105.31.00 as it is combed fine animal hair of Kashmir goats, with the degreasing process not affecting classification.
Dehaired Combed Cashmere
Dehaired and combed cashmere fiber from Kashmir goats, processed to maximize clean yield by removing coarse guard hairs. This product is classified under tariff item 5105.31.00 as combed fine animal hair of Kashmir goats, with dehairing being a standard processing step.
Fine Cashmere Carded-Combed Blend
Cashmere fiber that has been partially carded and then combed, meeting the criteria for combed fine animal hair of Kashmir goats. This product falls under tariff item 5105.31.00 as the combing process is the determining factor for classification.