Combed Horse Tail Hair
Combed horse tail hair is coarse hair from horse tails, combed to remove short fibers and tangles, excluding mane hair used for brush-making. It falls under 5105.40.00 as coarse animal hair, since horsehair is not defined as fine animal hair and the product is combed.
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 hair is unprocessed or for brush-making
Horsehair for brush-making is excluded from Section XI.
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
• Confirm the hair is from tails, not manes, and is not for brush-making
• Document the combing process
• Check for any animal health import requirements
Related Products under Tariff item 5105.40.00
Carded Cow Tail Hair
Carded cow tail hair is a coarse animal hair product, sourced from cow tails and processed by carding to align and clean the fibers for textile or craft applications. It falls under tariff item 5105.40.00 because it is coarse animal hair, not fine animal hair as defined in Chapter 51, and has been carded.
Carded Goat Hair Fiber
Carded goat hair fiber from common goats is coarse animal hair that has been carded to align fibers for spinning or felting. It is classified under 5105.40.00 because common goat hair is not considered fine animal hair (unlike cashmere or mohair), and the carding process qualifies it for this item.
Carded Pig Bristle Hair (Non-Brush)
Carded pig bristle hair, excluding brush-making bristles, is coarse animal hair processed by carding for textile use. It falls under 5105.40.00 as coarse animal hair, since pig bristles are not defined as fine animal hair and the product is not for brush-making.
Carded Sheep Skin Hair
Carded sheep skin hair, not wool, is coarse animal hair from sheep skins processed by carding for industrial felts. It is classified under 5105.40.00 because it is coarse animal hair, distinct from wool, and has been carded.
Carded Yak Guard Hair
Carded yak guard hair is the coarse outer hair of yaks, carded for spinning. It is classified under 5105.40.00 because yak guard hair is coarse animal hair, not fine animal hair, and has been carded.
Combed Alpaca Guard Hairs
Combed alpaca guard hairs are the coarse outer hairs of alpacas, combed separately from the fine undercoat. They fall under 5105.40.00 as coarse animal hair, since alpaca guard hair is not fine animal hair and has been combed.