Angora Goat Mohair Combings
Combed mohair from Angora goats, processed into aligned fiber tops for spinning into apparel and upholstery yarns. Angora goats are listed as fine animal hair under chapter note 1(b), and this product has been combed, placing it under tariff item 5105.39.00 as 'other' 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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the mohair is in carded form rather than combed
Carded fine animal hair is classified separately from combed fibre.
If the fibre is coarse animal hair rather than fine
Coarse animal hair has its own tariff item distinct from fine animal hair.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the fiber is truly combed (not merely carded) and that the Angora goat origin is documented, as this affects classification
• Declare the fibre's weight and value accurately to avoid penalties
• Consult the CBSA's tariff classification advice service for binding rulings on fine animal hair
Related Products under Tariff item 5105.39.00
Carded Vicuna Top
Carded vicuna fiber tops, with fibers aligned for spinning into luxury fabrics. Vicuna is explicitly listed as fine animal hair in chapter note 1(b), and the carding process qualifies this as 'other' fine animal hair under tariff item 5105.39.00.
Combed Alpaca Fiber
Combed alpaca fiber from Peruvian highlands, processed to align fibers for spinning. Alpaca is listed as fine animal hair in chapter note 1(b), and the combing process places this product under tariff item 5105.39.00 as 'other' fine animal hair.
Combed Llama Fiber
Combed llama fiber from Bolivian herds, carded to parallel alignment for knitting and weaving. Llama is listed as fine animal hair in chapter note 1(b), and the combing process qualifies this under tariff item 5105.39.00 as 'other' fine animal hair.
Nutria Combed Underfur
Combed nutria (coypu) underfur, a water-resistant fine animal hair used in outerwear blends. Nutria is listed as fine animal hair in chapter note 1(b), and the combing process places this under tariff item 5105.39.00 as 'other' fine animal hair.
Rabbit Angora Combed Fiber
Combed Angora rabbit fiber, processed for spinning into fluffy yarns for sweaters and shawls. Angora rabbit is listed as fine animal hair in chapter note 1(b), and the combing process qualifies this under tariff item 5105.39.00 as 'other' fine animal hair.
Yak Fine Hair Tops
Combed Tibetan yak underwool, processed into fine hair tops for specialty yarns used in mountaineering base layers. Yak is listed as fine animal hair in chapter note 1(b), and the combing process places this under tariff item 5105.39.00 as 'other' fine animal hair.